Orica reviews

The cons are everything else. I worked there 7 years and should have seen the writing on the wall half a year in when my co-worker was let go and I picked up 100% of his responsibilities along with the full time work I was already doing for the same pay. Very unrealistic expectations, moving-target goals, and a turnover faster than the overnight shift at McDonalds. Don't bother getting to close to anyone there; chances are they'll be gone shortly. Those that stay sacrifice their family and self-esteem to do so. Upper management WAY out of touch. Most employees constant worried about losing their jobs. They claim they are the 'Employer of Choice' however in the USA treat their employees horribly.

The company does not support their employees; no on boarding, unrealistic objectives, overworked (50+ hours a week at least). CFO doesn't communicate to department. Lots of turnover. Many new employees are gone within the first few months. One manager moved from another state to come on board and was let go within 6 months. Many employees are actively looking for work outside of Orica and this is not a secret. This is the norm and has been for years. I would never recommend to a friend. They do NOT deserve a good employee - they will not do anything for you but want you to do more with absolutely no appreciation or compensation. No work life balance. Out in the middle of nowhere with rattle snakes. Plan on spending the day out on their campus because lunch options are 15 minutes away. Not many go to lunch because they spend lunches working to get at least 50 + hours in. Stressful! Poor morale! The environment makes you feel bad about yourself because you can't do enough for them. Many jobs are a combination of what you were hired for and another position.