Greenlee Textron Reviews

Pros

Great employees, good family admosphere

Cons

They are really struggling in this econom, business is tough

Advice to Senior Management

Need to have better communication. Need to recognize high level performers. Otherwise I think they are doing a good job

Pros

The benefits package of a matching 401K, paid personal & vacation time, and insurance package. Advancement opportunities within other Textron BU'S is another option.

Cons

Paper work is a challenge

Advice to Senior Management

Gather more feedback from their distributors and end users through the use of surveys and/or product samples. Although each product goes through certain industry standards for testing, they need to be tested in the field by the end users that will be using the tools daily. This will enable Greenlee to determine if a particular product line will perform to the tough standards in the field.

Pros

Family oriented, flexible schedule allows you to work longer hours to take time off later.
Great quality products
Growth opportunity if economy rebounds

Cons

Focused only on Quarterly results, not long term strategy.
Long hours are demanded, with relatively low pay as compared to industry standards.

Advice to Senior Management

Not sure advice would make any difference to leadership at Greenlee Textron.

Pros

Good pay, benefits, work hours

Cons

Old fashioned, who you know matters

Advice to Senior Management

People are your best resource

Pros

There was room for advancement and strong drive to LEAN/Six Sigma. Excellent industry with market share in key areas. Very stable workforce, with excellent work ethics.

Cons

Corporate (Textron) mismanagement. Should let each business run independently. Greenlee lost the small/agile ability to adapt and change, when Textron got involved in the business. Look what happend to the fastener divisions after Textron took over - very similar path for Greenlee. Textron will chase the low dollar labor and has hurt them in many of thier companies. Barclay Olson created a World Class environment and Greenlee was the company to beat - now they are struggling to compete in many key areas - including retail.

Advice to Senior Management

Hire good people and take care of them. Too many good people left to go to competitors.