#1 Company in the world if you get rid of the union (USW) - Anonymous employee Merck Employee Review

3.0
Oct 18, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good bonus structure, comparable pay, flexible work arrangements, in-demand industry, challenging work, career opportunities

Cons

Union, Union, Union,Union....they are driving the cost of product up b/c of overtime requirements, pay, etc, and the safety record / efficiency down. They are lazy, whiny, and severely overpaid for the work they do on a daily basis. There is no other work-place in the country (outside of athletes or entrepreneurs) who make $75,000 base plus another $20k-$90k/yr in overtime with barely a high school degree.

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5.0
Jun 20, 2026
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Pros

Work from home (that may not always be a perk, but it is now for writers), choice of flexible hours (7 AM - 9 AM starting), friendly, helpful people, great bosses, people very interested in their jobs, plus a lot of educational benefits, you are trained on all aspects of Merck and your job.

Cons

I cannot think of any, though sometimes work from home has its drawbacks, because the employee doesn't get all the information that an onsite employee would.

4.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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