Many growth opportunities from the start in R&D until the business started endlessly reorganizing and cutting - Senior Project Manager Unilever Employee Review

2.0
Apr 28, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

Social/corporate responsibility Work life balance respected Thorough research department, will make sure credible science is done and products do what they are claimed to do

Cons

restructuring and reorganizing in Foods R&D has been so frequent in recent years, that much opf the personel has become demotivated very internal look, "we are the best" feeling, often not realistic Can be very bureaucratic

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5.0
Apr 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Working at Unilever in Raeford offers strong overall benefits, including good pay for the area, solid health insurance, retirement options, and additional perks like tuition assistance and employee discounts. The company provides a stable work environment as a large global organization, with opportunities for career growth and skill development in a modern, well-maintained facility. Employees often highlight the team-oriented culture, supportive coworkers, and clean, safety-focused workplace. Overall, it’s considered a reliable employer with good work-life balance and long-term career potential.

Cons

Working there can involve long hours and rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, which can make work-life balance harder depending on your role. The job can also be physically demanding, especially in production or warehouse positions, requiring standing for long periods and repetitive tasks. Because it’s a large corporation, there can be strict policies, less flexibility, and slower decision-making. Additionally, while growth opportunities exist, advancement can sometimes feel competitive or slow without the right connections or timing.

2.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good Pay for the work.

Cons

Micromanagers, racists, needed to be in person even though all meetings were handles on teams.

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