They treated us like criminals and kindergarteners, but I liked the actual work - Long-Term Temp Employee for Big Deal Client Adecco Employee Review

2.0
May 30, 2009
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Pros

I found the work interesting, enjoyable and meaningful. In particular, we could listen to books and music while working, which was great. The material we worked with was often very interesting to me. Since it was a temp agency, you could ask for another assignment if it didn't work out.

Cons

Job was classified office, but it was more like a factory job. They monitored our time and output very stringently. Getting time off was often very difficult. I even heard a story about someone who asked for time off to attend a funeral 1 or 2 days later. The site supervisor said, "Next time give us more notice." Like you know 2 weeks in advance that someone's going to die. Site supervisor was cold, uncaring, rude and semi-literate. She literally couldn't spell personnel. Staff morale was often low.

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5.0
May 4, 2026
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Pros

The team was great to work with

Cons

Could have used an additional recruiter for the time I was there to free up the store manager to meet with more clients

1.0
Mar 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Onboarding for new hires was smooth

Cons

My experience with Adecco Staffing Agency reflects a significant disconnect between the expectations set during onboarding and the reality of assignment execution. There appears to be a consistent misalignment between candidate skill sets and the roles they are placed into, which not only undermines performance but also creates unnecessary inefficiencies for both the employee and the client organization. Assignments are often presented without full transparency regarding scope, schedule, or operational requirements, resulting in frequent adjustments that disrupt workflow continuity and personal planning. Additionally, there is a notable deficiency in accurate and timely reporting. Communication regarding assignment details, schedule changes, and performance expectations lacks consistency and clarity. This creates ambiguity in accountability and limits the employee’s ability to effectively manage deliverables. From a process standpoint, this reflects weak coordination and insufficient control mechanisms within their staffing and reporting systems. Most concerning is the apparent lack of advocacy for the employee. A staffing agency should function as an intermediary that ensures alignment between employer needs and employee capabilities while also safeguarding fair treatment and clear communication. In this case, there is a perception that employee concerns—particularly those related to schedule changes, workload expectations, and workplace conditions—are not adequately addressed or escalated. This ultimately results in a work environment that feels transactional rather than supportive, with limited consideration for employee well-being or long-term success.

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