Pros
Good benefits (401k match,medical/dental/vision/pet insurance), free snacks/coffee/tea/soda, comfortable physical working space, flexible hours & remote work options depending on role & manager. One can gain experience in various areas because it is a small office and responsibilities may be shifted as necessary.
Cons
Company has struggled to earn a profit so in-person meetings, tools and tool enhancements that would create efficiencies are not available. Minimal operational planning is done because there is no true understanding of the value nor is there competence. All operations activity can be described as ad hoc at best, but more accurately as continual fire fighting. Essentially a blind eye is turned to known bullying and disrespectful/rude behavior by managers and subordinates that do not have mentors. The HR department run out of the corporate office in Bethesda is inadequate at serving Lincolnshire office. There is no understanding of local needs, no follow up on feedback provided by employees and upon termination of at least one employee, the HR rep said, "Have a nice day!".
