Amgen – “The benefits and time off almost make it worth it, but not quite”

Pros

5 weeks off a year, 10% match in 401K, reasonable salary, good bonuses. Amgen pays for bus passes and supports flex time and telecommuting.

Cons

Company does not reward productivity. Management never lets the truth get in the way of a "good story". Many of the midlevel managers have been there a long time and are not open to better ideas and are not willing to take risk.

Advice to Senior Management

Take a long hard look at your directors and executive directors and start getting rid of the dead weight.