Good place to start your career - Corporate Research Specialist Keyence Employee Review

3.0
Jan 30, 2020
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Pros

Excellent base salary for an entry level sales person. Great industry experience, learning about manufacturing and automation. High levels of structure create great patterns for productivity. Good products Can be aggressive on pricing Good job security, you won't get fired unless you do something unethical.

Cons

Micro management culture. People in sales offices love to gossip about each other. No work from home when all the competitors do. Old school metrics. Endless cold calling. Everything at this company is a secret. Burnout seems inevitable. Turnover is high.

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5.0
May 19, 2026
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Pros

Great training program, and good mix of roles. You wear a lot of hats at this job which prepares you well for your career. Business and technically focused, and a real product expert type of role.

Cons

Its a tough job and a lot of work and long hours. You need to deal with customers constantly through a lot of virtual support.

3.0
May 14, 2026
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Pros

Fast paced work environment. CRM is the best I have ever had access to. Data tracking and sales insight is top notch. The regional director for TSS in Michigan/Indiana is great to work under. Leads are easily available, the product is great and it’s easy to get in the door places.

Cons

Metrics are more focused on quantity over quality. Frequently working 50+ hour weeks. Too many reps per territory and it can create a negative perception. Bonus structure vs straight commission is frusterating. Clear advancement structure however being ranked against peers with different sales targets in frusterating. Feels like a turn and burn type of mentality towards sales reps.

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