Literally everything else.
Attrition:
Have never seen a company with such poor retention rate – and that should tell you everything you need to know. There are some lifers (I personally find it strange that some people are there for 15+ years) but majority of people leave after a few years, tops. Those that stay are either miserable or apathetic, contributing to the stagnant and stale culture. When there isn't a lot to hold onto beyond $$$, people are going to quit after receiving their bonus...which is the theme every single year at Welch's.
Culture:
Non-existent/BAD. Not only is this not a fun, pleasant, or kind place to work, but it's actually pretty toxic. Have witnessed a fair amount of deceit, sabotage and general rudeness at Welch's. It's not really a company where people get along and enjoy working together. It's not a culture of empathy or mutual respect. It is definitely not a culture where people build each other up and celebrate each other. Internal/HR folks will talk about wanting to modernize and improve culture, but the proof is in the pudding. And the pudding is expired.
Employees:
Most are older, white, straight, male, and with a CPG background. Seriously lacking diversity – not just in gender or sexual orientation, but professional and life experience. Many seem to share similar traditional (often outdated) values and perspectives.
Office:
Wasn't going to even put this on here, but it's worth mentioning since the company is resuming the hybrid, in-office policy. The office is depressing. It's an industrial park in the middle of Concord MA (which as a town is actually lovely). Cubicle farms, empty hallways, a sad excuse for a common area that's basically just some fruit and a Nespresso machine. There are couches, nobody sits at them.
Leadership:
Most people on leadership team are good, decent, smart people. However, leadership, as a verb, is lacking. The team is often misaligned and publicly argumentative. There is also much to be desired from the CEO. Again, a nice man, but leads through fear and shame rather than empowerment and support. This is not a man that people rally behind, rather, is someone people are afraid of.
Meetings:
Tons of them. This is a meeting-heavy culture, so if you're not ruthless about calendar management, you very well may be in meetings from 8-6pm straight.