Learn lots... but at what cost - Human Resources Unilever Employee Review

2.0
24 Nov 2021
Recommend
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Pros

You will learn a lot at Unilever; financials, customer engagement, global markets, time management, resilience and the list goes on.

Cons

I've literally watched people cry week after week due to overwork and a lack of support. We have a huge level of turnover. The culture is one where we need someone to blame for mistakes and it's normally pointed downward and micromanagement is ridiculous. I think the most concerning part for me is how we are so incredibly profit driven but communicate both internally and externally that we are 'purpose lead'. Here are some examples; we've outsourced multiple functions which is massively impacting our business efficiency, we've made people redundant who have been loyal for years, we've closed the Weis factory in Toowoomba after buying it from the Weis family in 2017 and stating in the sale we would keep the factory there ongoing (google it). We've got one brand that is suggesting it's purpose is around supporting womens self esteem (Dove), yet we have another one that has been objectifying women for years (Lynx)... we say we are all about sustainability but according to Amnesty international we consume unsustainable palm oil which also uses child labour (google it).

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Pros

Working at Unilever in Raeford offers strong overall benefits, including good pay for the area, solid health insurance, retirement options, and additional perks like tuition assistance and employee discounts. The company provides a stable work environment as a large global organization, with opportunities for career growth and skill development in a modern, well-maintained facility. Employees often highlight the team-oriented culture, supportive coworkers, and clean, safety-focused workplace. Overall, it’s considered a reliable employer with good work-life balance and long-term career potential.

Cons

Working there can involve long hours and rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, which can make work-life balance harder depending on your role. The job can also be physically demanding, especially in production or warehouse positions, requiring standing for long periods and repetitive tasks. Because it’s a large corporation, there can be strict policies, less flexibility, and slower decision-making. Additionally, while growth opportunities exist, advancement can sometimes feel competitive or slow without the right connections or timing.

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