Truly "Human Capital" - Anonymous employee Mars Employee Review

2.0
Jan 5, 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Free product Light travel requirements Other associates are generally friendly Perfect if you want to be a generalist or administrative/coordinator type of role

Cons

Comatose senior management - oblivious to what goes on at sr/mid levels Extreme lack of leadership throughout management structure Objectives & goals do not trickle down Constant reorganization No investment in people or skills Job expectations are not managed well through a continuously changing environment

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5.0
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Iconic brands, privately held/family owned, principle based, and relationship based culture.

Cons

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5.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

I’ve been at Mars (Yorkville site) for about three months as a Quality Systems Senior Specialist, and so far it’s been a great experience. Everyone has been genuinely friendly, welcoming, and willing to help. The culture feels very supportive—people want to see you succeed and are quick to share knowledge and offer guidance. My manager has been amazing and is truly invested in my growth. She’s helped set clear expectations, encouraged development, and provided the tools and support I need to be successful.

Cons

None so far—still new, but my experience has been very positive.

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