A place to work ... - Shared Services Ecolab Employee Review

3.0
Feb 8, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Nice Eagan facility, great grounds & beautiful campus. Appears to be a place for great opportunity. Company store, Credit Union, Cafeteria, appears to be a great place.

Cons

Too many departments in transition - very hard for a newbie to fit in and thrive. Lack of communication about basic things, lack of communication about inter-department things, Lack of communication period. While the company is all about an inclusive 'culture' there is much that is lacking within individual departments. Appears to be lots of openings but so many jobs seem to be already 'filled' when they are posted.

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5.0
May 21, 2026
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Pros

Great management, interesting projects, and a very positive work environment. The team culture is strong, people are professional and respectful, and overall it feels like a great place to work. I really enjoy the type of work, the projects, and the way people collaborate with each other.

Cons

The main downside is that it can be difficult for contractors to transition into full-time roles. There seems to be a strong reliance on contract and offshore resources, so long-term internal opportunities may be limited depending on the business needs and hiring strategy.

2.0
May 24, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The actual coworkers and team members are great. Everyone is super supportive and just trying to help each other out.

Cons

Management: There’s a huge disconnect between upper leadership and the people doing the day-to-day work. Goals and priorities change constantly with very little communication, and it often feels like micromanagement takes the place of actual guidance. Work-Life Balance: The workload is completely unsustainable. You’re expected to handle an overwhelming amount of work, but you aren't given the resources or staffing to actually get it done without burning out. Expecting people to constantly work over their hours has become the norm. Lack of Growth: Career progression is pretty much non-existent. Promises of promotions or career development are thrown around, but they rarely actually happen. There’s no clear pathway to move up, so it’s easy to feel stuck and stagnant.

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