Alcon - 1950's top-down management style - Human Resources Professional Alcon Employee Review

3.0
Aug 29, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Part of Novartis, exceptionally high compensation & benefits

Cons

Incredibly old-fashioned management style. Every single decision, no matter how small goes up the ladder. Culture is one that completely discourages independent thinking and decision making.

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5.0
Jun 18, 2026
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Pros

Good pay and management they are calm and confident

Cons

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2.0
Jun 29, 2026
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Pros

Shift work here= 223. Two on. Two off. Every other weekend is a 3 day weekend

Cons

Watching people that have been there for years, even decades getting laid off.

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