A Missed Opportunity for Empowerment. Mattel prioritizes profit over employee well-being - Anonymous Mattel Employee Review

1.0
Sep 25, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Mattel employs great people who are passionate about the company.

Cons

After a blockbuster movie (grossing 1.3+ Billion dollars) with a strong message on women's rights, it's honestly a bit of a bummer to see how Mattel's been treating their folks. They've been pretty stingy with the paychecks lately – no more bonuses this year. And there has been two rounds of layoffs in 2023, even though the workload's gone through the roof. Work-life balance? It's practically vanished.

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5.0
Feb 3, 2026
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Pros

Mattel is a notable name and you get to work with some really great brands.

Cons

Strict in-office policy, 4 days in-office.

4.0
Jul 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good benefits if you get hired.

Cons

They mostly hire temp employees so they don’t have to pay benefits, but you aren’t temp. You are full time.

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