Good job right after college - QC Microbiology Technician AstraZeneca Employee Review

3.0
29 Sept 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great people to work with in the production area. Decent pay and benefits. A lot of vacation time.

Cons

HUGE disconnect between administrative positions and production positions. Long hours (12.5 hour shifts) in our department you didn't always get the vacation you requested and due to being understaffed, there was always a need to pick up other shifts which meant even more hours. I rarely had a pay period (bi-weekly) that I didn't get over 100 hours. Not enough promotions or chances for movement outside of the department. If you work night shift and want to move to days, good luck. Very much a popularity contest.

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Pros

There is a Great culture!

Cons

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5.0
22 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I imagine this is very dependent on line management but I find my team and supervisors to be true champions of a high performing and highly compassionate work culture. I find my work challenging and rewarding, and have had opportunities to learn and grow and be rewarded and recognized for my output. No job is perfect but I’m truly happy to work here and at a time when AZ is truly rising like a rocket.

Cons

Like any massive global corporate entity, things can sometimes move slowly and it can be challenging to navigate a high number of constantly evolving priorities and initiatives. That being said, AZ is very clear about its north stars and values which makes it possible to prioritize work that has the most impact and alignment with the company’s ambition and business prerogatives. 60% office attendance policy is also a bit funny when oftentimes I am on Teams calls with colleagues sitting in other areas of the world.

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