Toxic workplace with zero learning and growth(stay away) - Anonymous employee KARL STORZ Employee Review

1.0
Apr 11, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Possible 4 day work week Great product idea that is dying fast Great engineers from good schools almost all who joined as fresh grad

Cons

Engineer has no voice to supervisor domination Too much control from mother ship in Germany, supervisors cannot be reviewed by the team they oversee, so they tend to be very hostile and condescending and still get away Human resources has no power Yes men with zero management experience and bad people skills and communication are given preference so that they inturn are yes-men to their boses Extreme micromanagement. This is not true for all groups. But if you are unlucky you can land in a very tough spot.

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5.0
Feb 9, 2026
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Pros

Great benefits and company culture, frequent opportunities to interface with senior leaders and executives.

Cons

Roles and responsibilities are demanding, complex organization to understand, and requires in-office days if you are in proximity to a regional hub.

2.0
May 18, 2026
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Pros

Solid steady company, generally nice people and it can help people advance if they so choose.

Cons

Privately owned, so many decisions are made arbitrarily, not always having to be vetted properly. Globally, decisions would be made that would not be in the best interests of the US market. Also, if you're an internal employee, it could be difficult to be promoted/advance within the company. You get stuck with new duties, but no new titles/pay.

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