Prós
Paycheck arrives on time. Reasonable allowance for vacation days. Free coffee in the kitchen. It's terrible coffee that tastes like plastic, but it is free.
Contras
This company does not believe in developing or retaining talent. Management is patronizing, insular and frequently belittles subordinates. There is no team atmosphere, clear goals or recognition of success. Some management makes decisions, often haphazardly, and barks out the orders to the troops. If you like the idea of being a line worker who is frequently criticized but never rewarded, this is the place for you. If you have half a brain, you would be wise to stay away. The company has run through three rounds of layoffs, an involuntary furlough program, wage freezes and elimination of 401k benefit in the past 18 months. Many New York positions are being transferred to Florida, a trend that will likely continue as the company continues to cut costs. Since the company went private following its 2009 bankruptcy, management has not communicated any financial or business results to the company, so the operation is a veritable black box. Proceed with caution.