Perpetual Acquisition Mode - Anonymous employee MilliporeSigma Employee Review

4.0
30 Mar 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

EMD Millipore is a Key player in the Bio-science industry and has the potential to be a great place to work with many career opportunities. They have some wonderful people who have the ability to do amazing things.

Cons

9 years in acquisition mode has depleted the workforce by dedicating most of the higher qualified people into projects teams or silos, geared towards transitions. While these teams sit in their catered meetings much of the workforce is driven to produce and Manufacture the products requiring long hours with very little to no compensation. Many of these people are temps and have been there for far too long.

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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MilliporeSigma Response
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It is great to hear that your first experience at our company has been so positive and that the environment has stood out to you. As you continue to settle in, we encourage you to use regular check-ins with your manager and the MyGrowth framework to shape your development and explore learning opportunities early on. Thank you for being part of the team, and for taking the time to share your feedback!
3.0
15 June 2026
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Pros

Some managers were exceptional mentors and played a significant role in my professional growth. Good benefits and a reasonable severance package during workforce reductions. Opportunities to work on large-scale marketing initiatives and collaborate with experience professionals across the organization and globe.

Cons

Advancement opportunities often felt inconsistent and lacked any transparency. Leadership frequently emphasized data-driven decision making, but business decisions did not always appear to align with the metrics being presented. The company appeared hesitant to embrace emerging technologies and AI-driven approaches, limiting innovation in multiple areas. Job security is uncertain, and organizational changes occur frequently with little warning. Management quality varied significantly, While some leaders were outstanding, others struggled with communication, strategic direction, and people management. Career growth seemed to depend heavily on organizational politics and alignment with leadership rather than solely on measurable performance.

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