Loram reviews

3.2

51% would recommend to a friend

(181 total reviews)

Brad Willems

52% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

Loram has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 181 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Loram 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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181 reviews
1.0
Aug 18, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is alright. The 401k is very good.

Cons

This company is behind the times in technology. They survive because they don't have competition in the market. Pay and promotions are completely based on seniority and not merit. There is very little positive reinforcement. Supervisors often resort to insults and yelling to motivate employees. They constantly hire unskilled labor and then wonder why projects go over budget and time. Once they're finished with projects, then come the layoffs. They have training, but zero job specific training for you. They won't teach you how to use a screwdriver or a wrench, but they'll inform you how many genders there are. Working hard and working smart do not pay off. If you're good at your job, they'll just keep heaping more work onto you. This may not be a con to everyone, but they have mandatory 50 hour work weeks when they're behind on projects. They're almost always behind on projects. It gets old.

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Loram Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. While we're glad you find the pay and 401k offerings satisfactory, it's clear that there are areas we need to improve. We recognize the importance of staying current with technology and appreciate your feedback regarding our current state. Your concerns about the promotion process, management style, and the effectiveness of our training programs are noted. We understand that these aspects can significantly impact your experience at the company. It's especially concerning to hear about negative management practices and the lack of positive reinforcement. These are issues we take seriously, as they directly affect the workplace culture and employee morale. We also hear your concerns about the workload and the strain of mandatory overtime. Balancing project demands with a healthy work-life balance is crucial, and your feedback will help us reevaluate how we manage workloads. Your input is invaluable as we strive to make necessary improvements. We’re committed to addressing these concerns and working towards creating a more supportive and rewarding environment for all employees. Thank you for helping us identify where we need to do better.
4.0
Aug 14, 2024

Good company

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Solid growing business with opportunities.

Cons

Industry knowledge can be hard to develop.

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Loram Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you see Loram as a solid and growing business with opportunities. We understand that developing industry knowledge can be challenging, and we're committed to providing more resources and support to help our employees grow in this area. Your input is valuable as we work to make this process easier for everyone.
3.0
Jul 17, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good hours if you get a good machine

Cons

Away from home all the time

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Loram Response
1y
We appreciate your feedback! Our field crews keep us rolling and there’s no doubt working on the railroad is a different lifestyle. The hours will be long and weather can be hot one day and cold the other. We understand it's not for everyone which is why we offer great benefits like our 401k with a 150% match up to 6% you contribute.
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