Has anyone seen management lately? - Senior Lab Technician Merck Employee Review

2.0
Mar 24, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

The pay is fairly decent for the area. The amount of equipment and procedures used/performed here allow employees to learn a broad array of techniques in a heavily regulated environment.

Cons

There is very poor morale and work-life balance among almost all levels of employment here. Shifts are always longer than anticipated and stress and fatigue are pervasive. The amount of auxiliary tasks expected from technicians is constantly expanding while management shrinks from the picture. In any given day, managers won't have so much as stepped foot into the building they are supposed to be managing, resulting in technicians operating in a blind-leading-the-blind work force.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
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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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