Supportive Staff, but Toxic Management - Engineer Petmate Employee Review

Great people to work with and easy going atmosphere

I cannot think of one con this place was great al around

The employees and technical staff are genuinely dedicated, hardworking, and take pride in doing quality work. Many of the individuals on the floor and in support roles care about the products and each other, which creates a positive peer environment.

Leadership, including the VP level, plant management and production mgr, did not foster a supportive or collaborative work environment. Decision-making was often reactive, with blame being redirected rather than accountability taken. Training and development were inconsistent, and policy enforcement appeared selective, which contributed to low standards and inconsistent expectations. Preventive maintenance was not prioritized, resulting in equipment downtime, safety concerns, and unsustainable operations. Continuous improvement efforts lacked follow-through, and overall workplace culture suffered as a result. Unfortunately, this was one of the least effective organizational environments I have worked in.