Dow reviews

3.9

72% would recommend to a friend

(3,444 total reviews)
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Jim Fitterling

64% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

Dow has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,444 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Dow employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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4.0
Sep 8, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

Get challenging assignments, lots a freedom and room to grow. And, as it is international, there are opportunities in many different countries. And as safety is not a just a buzz word, it is truly lived.

Cons

Pay and benefits seem to be below what peer companies are paying Red tape causes improvements to be implemented slowly

3.0
Sep 8, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Plenty of opportunities if you work hard. Unfortunately, you will have to stay in one place for many years to be considered for promotion. Great company to learn, develop skills ..... then move to other company for better jobs and promotion.

Cons

Mr. Liveris (BOD chairman, CEO and President) and his staff manages the company at his own pace. No chance for the company to move ahead in the chemical industry as far as he is in there. Constant people change at top levels and multiple 'blue prints' changes make your work difficult and less stable. Every five years the management is in panic and let people go in bunches.

4.0
Sep 5, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

I had a position within Dow Chemical where I gained experience across multiple business units, including areas where I was not knowledgeable before the assignment. My supervisors understood my background and knowledge, and gave me ample time to come up-to-speed.

Cons

When living and working in Midland, MI, expect a much lower salary than you might see in major metropolitan areas, especially at more junior positions and roles. Likewise, Midland is very much a "company town" where you cannot avoid your colleagues if you try.

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