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      Waters reviews

      3.3

      55% would recommend to a friend

      (1,264 total reviews)
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      Udit Batra

      48% approve of CEO

      41% positive business outlook

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      Waters has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 1,264 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Waters employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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      1K reviews
      2.0
      Jul 12, 2024

      Management Reevaluation Required

      Anonymous employee
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      CEO approval
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      Pros

      A lot of talented and smart people work here. The cross-cultural work among the development teams is typically very good. People here are willing to help where they can to get the job done right. Great and inspiring vision for the company as set out by the CEO. The TA division and Waters Wilmslow are putting out some really impressive technological achievements.

      Cons

      Some of senior management seems to be a bit tone deaf...morale at the company has been in the gutter for some time but some senior managers are choosing to ignore this reality...instead of supporting employees who are under a lot of stress and strain, let's build a cricket field and paint in some reserved parking sports near the front entrance for the executve committee...? Other senior managers have a complete lack of humility, not supporting the subject matter experts in large meetings to make decisions overrulling those SMEs...this also in contradiction of evidence provided by those SMEs. Admitting that you don't know everything is not a bad thing, it just shows that you are open to continuously growing and learning. Pay is OK but is typically pays less than other Life Sciences companies in the area. Quite a few managers here who like to micromanage...they are more worried about how long you are working at your desk than the work you are actually getting done, and they don't trust you to get any of your work done from home.

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      Waters Response
      1y
      Thank you for the detailed review. We are open to new ideas and opportunities to improve. Please know that we are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, trusted, and respected. We wish you success in your next role.
      1.0
      May 9, 2024

      Leadership is poor, lacking empathy, leaving employees to fend for themselves.

      Research scientist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      It is an undeniable fact that these diligent and committed individuals would be lauded and appreciated in any other place except this one.

      Cons

      The constant restructuring and inadequate wages are absolutely unacceptable. It is completely unfair to impose pay freezes on existing workers while new hires get higher pay. The company should value and reward employee loyalty instead of overlooking it. The work environment unfortunately promotes micromanagement and sycophancy, which is unacceptable. The benefits, including the health plans, are horrible, and if you are considering joining this company, you must take a closer look at them. The HR department portrays a completely different story during the hiring process, so be extremely wary of this. The constant reorganizations have also allowed individuals who don't respect the brand to attain leadership positions, making working under them a complete nightmare.

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      Waters Response
      2y
      Thank you for your feedback. We encourage you to be a part of the change you want to see. We're always open to feedback and opportunities to improve. The best place to start is your HR manager or your direct manager.
      1.0
      Mar 13, 2024

      Rapidly heading in the wrong direction

      Anonymous employee
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      CEO approval
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      Pros

      The individual teams and people you work with are some of the best you'll ever encounter.

      Cons

      The culture of the organization has shifted dramatically even in the past couple of years. The CEO does not put people first and whatever strategic vision is being implemented doesn't seem to be making the cut. Disingenuous, dishonest, frenetic leadership style. Not only is morale at an all time low, the company's performance and employee engagement have been abysmal.

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      Waters Response
      2y
      Thank you for this feedback. Hearing about the positives and areas for improvement is crucial for our growth. We always strive to ensure that our leadership is transparent and that employees feel supported in their environment. We take these matters seriously and encourage you to speak openly about your concerns with your manager or HR partners to work on a positive, and supportive solution. Thanks again for your review.
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