General Cable Reviews

Former Employee – worked at General Cable

Pros – The pro's were the people in the group. They were very helpfull, and they encouraged you to go for it more in terms of finishing projects.

Cons – Upper Managment didn't have the company very stable. It lead to the office being shut down. The cons was that the company laied off a lot of workers due to the move from Suffern, NY to Highland Heights, KY

Advice to Senior Management – You need to haveto have better upper management so that you don't kill the chemistry of the groups.

Current Employee – been working at General Cable

Pros – Very good coworkers that are understanding to your role within the company. Also, the cafeteria has been remodeled and is nice.

Cons – The Operations VP's are not respected within the organization which creates a tense working environment. Also, you must be a member of their club if you want to feel as if you are contributing to the organization. Generally, there is an overall negative vibe in the office and the culture is very rigid. The Jeans days have been taken away and the company does very little for its employees.

Advice to Senior Management – Take some time to engage and colloborate with your coworkers.

Former Employee – worked at General Cable

Pros – Benefits pretty good, salary fair. Many worldwide locations across the globe. Convenient cafeteria in the building. Not too bad of a place.

Cons – Company has too many regulations and reporting to Wall Street. You have to provide a report for Everything you do.

Advice to Senior Management – Have compasion for people, don't treat them like a number. Listen to employees ideas and suggestions and really consider them.

No, I would not recommend this company to a friend

Current Employee – been working at General Cable

Pros – good benefits and nice peoples to work with

Cons – upper management had a tendency to be biased with certain individuals they had personal relationships with

Advice to Senior Management – be fair when evaluating individuals on merit and accomplishments. Not on whether you like them personally or not

Current Employee – been working at General Cable full-time for more than 7 years

Pros – International opportunities, good management in the US,

Cons – Difficult to get promotions, difficulties in the electrical sector market, only growth in very specific niche markets such as submarine cables

Advice to Senior Management – -

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

Former Employee – worked at General Cable

Pros – Where I worked (tech. center) it was a very laid back atmosphere.

Cons – Boring at times, not many other younger interns my age

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

Former Employee – worked at General Cable

Pros – I like the dynamic continuous improvement environment

Cons – too much power given to the wrong people
management authority given to people with no management skill or experience
too much bias and favoritism

Advice to Senior Management – examine reporting structure and competency of those with "power" over others

Former Employee – worked at General Cable

Pros – Few layers of management
Reasonably quick decisions (except for hiring)
Generally has small company feel even though it has become large
Can move across funtions

Cons – Management are not well trained as managers
People are not treated like an asset
Minimal training for employees
Expectations are very high, especially for management

Advice to Senior Management – Treat people like they are a valued asset. Get some people in Human Resouces that are actually friendly to Humans.
Provide more management training.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

Current Employee – been working at General Cable

Pros – For some people, the work is satisfying and challenging. The company has grown over time. It is a market leader in many areas. Tolerant of different cultures.

Cons – Cutbacks are severe when times are bad. Politics dictate who succeeds and who does not. If you are not on the fast track right away, and desire to move up, then it is time to move on.

Advice to Senior Management – No advice.

Former Employee – worked at General Cable

Pros – Nice coworkers. Opportunity for professional development, even if advancement is unlikely.

Cons – Must be part of the "in crowd" to succeed. Watch your back!

Advice to Senior Management – Effective communication is key to success . . . and knowledge is power - SHARE IT!

No, I would not recommend this company to a friend