Not the company it once was - Anonymous employee Unilever Employee Review
3.0
1 June 2018
Anonymous employee
Current employee, more than 10 years
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
Good benefits - medical, dental, 401k match, what once was a pension is gone. Still a strong sense of culture, socially and environmentally conscious company
Cons
Changes in corporate structure, gigantic global amounts of red tape, commoditization of pretty much everything, layoffs on scheduled basis, pandering to stockholders at expense of loyal employees
Unilever Response
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Thanks for your review. We are sorry to hear about your concerns, please do share these with your line manager.
Working at Unilever in Raeford offers strong overall benefits, including good pay for the area, solid health insurance, retirement options, and additional perks like tuition assistance and employee discounts. The company provides a stable work environment as a large global organization, with opportunities for career growth and skill development in a modern, well-maintained facility. Employees often highlight the team-oriented culture, supportive coworkers, and clean, safety-focused workplace. Overall, it’s considered a reliable employer with good work-life balance and long-term career potential.
Cons
Working there can involve long hours and rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, which can make work-life balance harder depending on your role. The job can also be physically demanding, especially in production or warehouse positions, requiring standing for long periods and repetitive tasks. Because it’s a large corporation, there can be strict policies, less flexibility, and slower decision-making. Additionally, while growth opportunities exist, advancement can sometimes feel competitive or slow without the right connections or timing.