Pros
This job is rewarding and fulfilling. The filters we make are important and when things go well it is great to see a vital product ready for the world. There is a nice share of employees with a positive attitude and ambition. The benefits are outstanding. The company culture is very progressive and inclusive. There is currently an extended training program before even hitting the production floor which was a big part of why I chose to work for Millipore. The trainers were friendly and knowledgable and were not distracted by other tasks. I had plenty of individual attention and it really helped climate to a new company and role. There are daily stretch breaks every 4 hours in addition to your regular breaks!
Cons
While there are many veteran employees and there is an average of 8 years experience, there are many new hires and training is an on going activity. Several machines are older and in constant need of maintenance. This plus the constant demand for better numbers and strict adherence to company policies from all levels of management create an overly stressful situation on a daily basis.
