Very poor business practices - Sr operator 3 Catalent Pharma Employee Review

1.0
Feb 17, 2024
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Pros

Highest paying in area for now

Cons

Poor communication inconsistency in schedule and pay. They lowered our pay three times in a year they laid off 400 people three different times in the two years that I’ve been there. They keep restructuring our schedules and changing our hours and days that we work they Reduced our differential based on the fact that they reduced our work schedule and then, as soon as they reduced our pay, they turned around and added a day to our schedule. They do a lot of bait and switch. They will hire you for one position talk it up to you and then when you get there, start you out in an entry-level position instead even if you’ve had 20 years experience in the business if you are over 30 don’t expect to move up in this business no matter how much experience you have. I have yet to see a single person over 30 promoted but I’ve seen plenty of people, 27 and under in leadership roles most of which who have never even had a job in this industry before. In fact, it’s a big joke that you fail up in this company. Because if you’re doing well, and you’re competent, you get overlooked, but the more you fail, apparently the more you rise.. I am currently seeking employment Anywhere other than here. I just hope the buyout benefits the employees

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5.0
Mar 12, 2026
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Pros

Had exposure to a ton of experiences and senior leadership is open to hearing ideas and suggestions at all levels

Cons

None I can think of, but I only interned for 3-4 months

1.0
Feb 26, 2026
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Pros

-Colleagues in labs and manufacturing sites are knowledgeable, dedicated, and supportive of one another. - Compensation and benefits remain competitive within the contract development and manufacturing industry. - Employees gain meaningful hands-on experience with advanced gene therapy and biologics projects. - Certain facilities feature modern equipment that supports complex production requirements. - Occasional team events and basic perks help build occasional positive moments in the workplace.

Cons

- The executive team consists primarily of finance professionals with limited direct experience in biopharmaceutical operations and quality systems. - Substantial debt accumulation and strategic divestitures occurred without sufficient investment in core manufacturing infrastructure or process improvements. - High employee turnover and repeated layoffs have led to increased workloads, reduced staffing levels, and declining team morale. - Persistent gaps in training, documentation, and maintenance contribute to quality deviations and regulatory compliance difficulties. - Communication between departments is often limited, resulting in unrealistic timelines and frequent project delays. - The company faced significant financial pressures approaching instability prior to the private acquisition. - Professional development opportunities are minimal, recognition is inconsistent, and work-life balance remains challenging for most roles

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