Pros
Hammer has a unique culture and it’s overall a fine place to work. Labels and flexible packaging are interesting and there is a lot to learn, especially with new lines of business like pouches. From the There are some perks, like a nice HSA contribution and some internal wellness initiatives. The company hit hard times in 2019 that it was unprepared for, but has since rebounded somewhat and if the sales force realigns its strategy of relying on the biggest customers things should be better for the longer term.
Cons
outside Hammer is a large company, but from the inside it doesn’t feel that way and it isn’t run that way. Upper management means very well but messages from leadership are inconsistent. There is unclear opportunity to advance and an “old school,” hierarchical approach regarding advancement, even for individuals who are told they would be moving up “if things were different.” Some managers will stab their people in the back and talk poorly of their staff openly. Not all departments get along, which can be demoralizing on the day to day. Getting customers’ work done well and on time should be everyone’s goal, but various internal problems make this difficult. Union v. non-union tensions also cause issues, and some folks are salaried (without higher pay rates) and yet encouraged to work well beyond 40 hours a week.