Dow reviews

3.9

72% would recommend to a friend

(3,451 total reviews)
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Jim Fitterling

62% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

Dow has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,451 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Dow employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Industrie manufacturière industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Aug 4, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Well structured company with good benefits. One of the safest in the industry.

Cons

Old company with too many rules and policies that sometimes hinder progress.

1.0
Jul 28, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Truly global company with strong diversified product line. Strong global systems and networking capabilities. The "get fit / stay fit, change the rules, change the game" strategy was an excellent beakon during very difficult times.

Cons

Far too much politics. Position power and fear is the standard management style. Leadership change usually means regime change. It is not what you know, but who you know.

5.0
Jul 16, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The level of autonomy given to junior-level employees is very attractive. The training and development opportunities abound and compensation is very competitive. The people are what make the company great. High quality all around

Cons

Headquarters location makes retaining top talent difficult. Industry cycles and feedstock costs make the Dow's continued prosperity questionable. Diverse and progressive, but a bit too paternal for the 21st century.

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