Pros
Fast paced environment, competitive industry, nice office in the city of Chicago
Cons
Where to begin.... Rule1 Proteins is by far the most mismanaged, un-ethical, unorganized, and difficult company I have ever worked for. - CEO/Management - The management team (or lack there of) consists of a family who continue to prove that they do not belong in any management role whatsoever. They are not leaders, nor will they ever will be. They are lazy, have no initiative, no goals, no clear direction, are inconsiderate....should I keep going? All management cares about is stuffing their already deep pockets. The CEO will take days/weeks off randomly, often leaving the office without any direction. There is absolutely zero motivation to be productive at Rule1 Proteins. - Work Life - Make sure to bring your Advil to work.....this place is a nightmare. There is absolutely ZERO internal structure or any direction from management. What does this mean? No one can ever get answers to what the heck is going on! Departments often bumping heads trying to get some sense of direction. Since management has to approve EVERY little decision, this leads to extreme delays on projects and just downright frustration. Just take a look for yourself, Rule1 is ALWAYS behind on every major market trend. Why is this? Because management can’t do their job. Whether it be inventory control, promotions, production innovation, marketing materials, Rule1 has consistently proven to be below average. - Career Growth Opportunity - Absolutely non existent. After being with the company from almost the beginning, there was only 1 promotion within. Don’t expect to “grow” with Rule1. - Comp & Benefits - Horrible benefits and retirement plan. Rule1 is too cheap to take care of their employees. - Culture & Values: TOXIC. Where should I start? Management hiring family friends........doesn’t help THAT THERE ISN'T AN HR DEPARTMENT.