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Anonymous Content

Is this your company?

Notice how.most of the positive reviews are from those who have worked for TJ's for less than 2 years. - Crew-Member Anonymous Content Employee Review

2.0
19 Nov 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

flexible schedule ability to change regions

Cons

I have been a Trader Joe's employee for almost 13 years. In the time that I've worked there the vibrant culture that once made it a great place is all but gone.Over the past three years Dan Bane has sent bi- annual form letters telling employees how great our sales are while our retirement funds and healthcare benefits are slashed. In store management has gotten so bad that many of the stores don't even attempt to keep the store looking good or keep popular items in stock. From the corporate management to the store level operations there really seems to be no accountability among those in charge- this makes for a very lax workplace. I've seen many new hires who think it's a great place to be for the first few years, but when there's no opportunity for growth and no one takes pride in their work they end up another lazy, disgruntled "worker".

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Pros

Great growth opportunities in the company

Cons

High workload almost every single day

2.0
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Recommend
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Pros

Generous PTO policy and flexibility around time off. Many employees genuinely care about their work, their customers, and their teammates. There are talented individuals throughout the organization who continue to deliver strong results despite challenging circumstances.

Cons

Compensation often does not align with the level of effort, responsibility, and results expected from employees. Recognition can feel inconsistent, with visibility and internal relationships sometimes appearing to carry more weight than performance and measurable impact. Many of the product offerings feel dated compared to competitors, making it difficult for teams to position solutions effectively in the market. Significant investment in product innovation and modernization is needed to remain competitive. The company also appears to be facing strategic challenges. Employees are frequently asked to do more with less, while the long-term vision and execution plan can feel unclear. There is a noticeable desire across the organization for stronger leadership alignment, a more defined growth strategy, and clearer communication around the path forward.

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