A company plagued by HR - IT Unilever Employee Review

1.0
13 Nov 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Wonderful products, impressive history, good global exposure, ok place to start a career.

Cons

In the years I was at Unilever in the US I watched it devolve from a competitive innovative force in the market into a depressing dead end for those who weren't in the good graces of human resources. Unless you check the boxes that HR is looking for these days, I wouldn't even go near Unilever. They actively encouraged discriminatory hiring practices, and will not even give you the option to interview internship candidates who do not fit their militantly enforced DEI categories. So much talent attrition, resignations, and layoffs in the last few years, but for some reason the company brushes that under the rug and likes to act like they can continue to stay afloat by solely bringing in personality hires. If consumer product goods is your goal and you want to be in an environment where merit is rewarded and you can actually build the skills needed for todays cut throat market, apply for P&G, Colgate Palmolive, Ferrero, L'Oreal, or anything else in the area. Only skill set you'll leave Unilever with is how to cope with a below market average salary and recognition that you might just be in the next round of layoffs.

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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
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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.

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