They stick you in a sweat shop - I Don't Even Know Adecco Employee Review

1.0
Feb 2, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

They really don't care if you have skills or not, they just want bodies that show up. You don't even have to show up on time, they'll still let you work. If you're a smooth fast talker, they'll believe any excuse you tell them.

Cons

Work is sporatic at best. When there is work it's 12 hour shifts with two 15 minute breaks and a half hour lunch. They make you wear steel toes even though you just stand in one place the whole time. They don't care if you have skills to do a certain job, you will do the job that takes no skills. there is no advancement, you will not get hired on the the company. The only time you see the Adecco supervixor is for 5 minutes per day when he comes areound to tell everyone what time to show up if there is work the next day. You may show up for work and be told that you were laid off by the supervisor of the compnay you are assigned to.

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5.0
May 4, 2026
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Pros

The team was great to work with

Cons

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1.0
Mar 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Onboarding for new hires was smooth

Cons

My experience with Adecco Staffing Agency reflects a significant disconnect between the expectations set during onboarding and the reality of assignment execution. There appears to be a consistent misalignment between candidate skill sets and the roles they are placed into, which not only undermines performance but also creates unnecessary inefficiencies for both the employee and the client organization. Assignments are often presented without full transparency regarding scope, schedule, or operational requirements, resulting in frequent adjustments that disrupt workflow continuity and personal planning. Additionally, there is a notable deficiency in accurate and timely reporting. Communication regarding assignment details, schedule changes, and performance expectations lacks consistency and clarity. This creates ambiguity in accountability and limits the employee’s ability to effectively manage deliverables. From a process standpoint, this reflects weak coordination and insufficient control mechanisms within their staffing and reporting systems. Most concerning is the apparent lack of advocacy for the employee. A staffing agency should function as an intermediary that ensures alignment between employer needs and employee capabilities while also safeguarding fair treatment and clear communication. In this case, there is a perception that employee concerns—particularly those related to schedule changes, workload expectations, and workplace conditions—are not adequately addressed or escalated. This ultimately results in a work environment that feels transactional rather than supportive, with limited consideration for employee well-being or long-term success.

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