Horrible Work-Life Balance - Anonymous employee Amgen Employee Review

2.0
7 Dec 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Compensation looks strong on paper, particularly for hourly roles Solid benefits package, with a notable 401(k) match Teams include some highly driven, passionate individuals Possible career advancement and growth opportunities for those who can stick it out

Cons

Chronic understaffing leads to excessive workloads, with additional support brought in far too late or sometimes not at all Hiring decisions tend to prioritize transfers from other locations rather than promoting talent within the site Compensation does not reflect the level of responsibility, with salaried employees often putting in unpaid overtime Overtime is required just to meet basic expectations, resulting in poor work–life balance; even approved time off is often interrupted by last-minute work demands Schedules, decisions, and key site information are poorly communicated, leaving employees feeling out of the loop

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