Does Gildan pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Gildan employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Gildan. This rating has improved by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Gildan?

72% of Gildan employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Gildan 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Gildan?

Manager (11) , Analyst (9) , Spinner (9) , Machine Operator (8) , Director (6) , Intern (6) , Warehouse Worker (5) , Business Analyst (4) , Graphic Designer (4) , Material Handler (4) , Advisor (3) , Coordinator (3) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Designer (3) , HR Generalist (3)

What are the pros of working at Gildan according to real employee reviews?

"benefits are good none else" ((in 35 reviews)); "People seem nice" ((in 22 reviews)); "Flexible and good salary." ((in 15 reviews)); "Good team vibe in the LA office and good location ( but surrounding was scary)" ((in 9 reviews)); "Great culture and employee benefits" ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Gildan according to real employee reviews?

"poor management, would not recommend" ((in 18 reviews)); "life balance: The demands of the job and industry may require employees to work long hours or be available outside regular business hours." ((in 11 reviews)); "No work/life balance." ((in 9 reviews)); "Managers expect you to bleed for the company" ((in 7 reviews)); "Upper management get crazy when something goes a bit stray" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Gildan locations?

Charleston , Mocksville , Eden , Salisbury , Mount Pleasant , Los Angeles , Jacksonville , Mebane , Charlotte , Sanford , Winston-Salem , Salt Lake City , Chicago , New York , Mayodan , Conover , Newton , Rockwell , Lexington , Jefferson , Dallas , Mira Loma , Orlando , North Charleston , Atlanta , Cedartown

Gildan reviews

3.7

72% would recommend to a friend

(354 total reviews)

Glenn Chamandy

82% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.1

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Senior management

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

Gildan has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 354 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Gildan employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

354 reviews

5.0

Mar 28, 2026

Company Review

Process engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Best management provided the right tools to complete the project

Cons

High level of work pressure, sometimes you have to stay long time hours

5.0

Mar 2, 2026

A stable global apparel company

Analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Safety & Respect: Strong focus on safe, respectful working conditions across manufacturing facilities. Culture & Teamwork: Supportive community with a strong sense of team, fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Benefits & Stability: Solid, reliable employment with competitive benefits and, in some cases, on-site medical support. Training & Development: Access to training, with $1 million invested in employee development, offering a chance to learn new things

Cons

High Workload & Fast Pace: The work is described as physically demanding, with a very high workload and high expectations. Poor Management & Communication: Many reviews cite issues with management, including poor communication, lack of fairness, and, at times, cluelessness regarding daily operations. Long Hours & Limited Work/Life Balance: Especially in manufacturing, employees report 12-hour shifts and demanding schedules, which can lead to burnout. Specific Working Conditions: Some employees report uncomfortable working conditions, such as high heat in manufacturing, or having to deal with cotton dust. Strict Rules: Some locations have strict rules, such as not allowing employees to leave for food during breaks, or requiring them to stay inside the building.

1.0

Feb 14, 2026

Not Recommended

Spinner operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Decent pay and decent benefits.

Cons

Work you to the bone like every factory job will.

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