Dow reviews

3.9

72% would recommend to a friend

(3,440 total reviews)
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Jim Fitterling

64% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

Dow has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,440 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Dow employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Oct 28, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexibility. Management is good. Educational Assistance program is an excellent benefit. Hourly and Salary ranks have become less of a gap between them which benefits the company.

Cons

Some of the very entry level employees, SSRP, do not get many benefits, although they are sticking their heads into dealing with chemicals and swing shift. Some newer operators do not get as much as heritage employees.

4.0
Oct 27, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent appreciation for work-life balance. No micro management. Culture of respect and trust. Leaders are understanding of the learning curve and aren't too pushy. Benefits and retirement contributions are OK but don't compare well with oil and gas industry.

Cons

It takes a very long time to get things done at Dow. If you are coming from another company, prepare yourself for a beating over the head with lengthy, detailed work processes. No vision incurance (for me at least). Many people are also critical of the forced ranking system for performance reviews/bonuses. Althought the lack of micromanagement is a pro, you also may only have the opporutnity to meet your direct leader a handful of times face-to-face.

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