Overall sad and fast decline of company, product and office morale - Anonymous employee RAB Lighting Employee Review

2.0
1 July 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good location for commuting Rockland and Bergen

Cons

All long time senior management has been let go ( along with 100+ others). Inexperienced and immature management in some departments run the department like a high school click. Absolutely no consistency in " company policy " blatant favoritism shown to those in the click. Poor management is the number 1 cause of constant unrest and overall miserable mood in the office. Used to be a great place to work now it's like a morgue. As far as product quality once not so long ago you bought RAB because it was the best. Now it's hit or miss. Components from China are sub par, product being manufactured in China have constant quality issues and stock has become a issue. Loyalty to the company has disappeared from the distributors right down the line to the employees.

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RAB Lighting Response
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Thank you for taking the time to write this post. Your comments are concerning to us given that we always want to ensure that all our people are treated fairly and with respect. I can't reach out to you due to the anonymous nature of Glassdoor, but you can email me. I’d love to hear from you on some the issues you refer to. Some of the issues you bring up I can address here. There’s no question we are in a time of change, as are others in our industry. We’ve made some recent decisions on positions that impacted good people and had some departures on our management team, but the magnitude is much smaller than stated in your review. Overall turnover remains low, and we’re happy that people are sticking with us (a sign of dedicated employees) as we work through this time of change. Like any manufacturer, quality issues can arise from time to time but when they do, we always take a deep dive to understand what went wrong and how to fix it – and work with our supply chain partners to do so. Our customers value the way that RAB stands by its products (industry-leading warranty) and will resolve problems for them quickly. We’re happy to hear you say that RAB has been a great place to work and we don't want you to leave. We’ve already made moves to maximize our future success. Change will continue to impact us and one thing we never want to do is stand still in an evolving industry. We won’t be perfect in this transition, but we’re confident you and your teammates are going to see positive results in the months ahead.

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5.0
18 Aug 2025
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Pros

As I complete 9 years at RAB Lighting, I can genuinely say the journey has been incredibly fulfilling and rewarding. Like any long-term experience, there have been ups and downs, but the overall trajectory — both for the company and for me personally — has been one of steady growth. RAB truly cares about its people. From promoting a strong work-life balance to offering competitive benefits, the company ensures its employees feel supported and valued. One of the things I’ve appreciated most is how quickly RAB starts to feel like family — warm, welcoming, and collaborative. The culture here is built on openness and mutual respect. There’s always space for honest conversation, and your voice is not just heard but genuinely valued. The collective effort that everyone puts in is inspiring — not out of obligation, but because people care deeply about the work and the company, and that feeling is mutual. I'm proud to be part of a place that invests in its people, believes in growth, and maintains a healthy, respectful work environment. Here’s to many more milestones ahead!

Cons

There are some areas that the management needs to focus on. The company is growing at a very fast pace. Existing systems and processes may struggle to keep up with increased demand, leading to bottlenecks, delays, and work quality issues. While these are some of the challenges that most fast growing businesses would face, things can't be ignored. I hope we can all work together to find a right balance & hopefully we can come up with better solution.

3.0
27 Mar 2026
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Pros

Innovative Products Company Culture Ease of doing business Multiple new products every month Best performing lighting companies in U.S.

Cons

Lack of response from senior leadership No promotion opptnty/career advancement Inconsistent bonus plans (move goalposts 4Q) CEO only listens to a few select employees creates toxic culture at the top.

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