3M
    (34 reviews)

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    Company overview

    Industry

    Chemicals & Plastics Manufacturing

    Company size

    101-1,000

    Primary location

    Building A, 1 Rivett Road NORTH RYDE NSW 2113
    3M is fundamentally a science-based company. We produce thousands of imaginative products, and we're a leader in scores of markets - from health care and highway safety to office products and abrasives and adhesives. Our success begins with our ability to apply our technologies - often in combination - to an endless array of real-world customer needs.Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website

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    3.234 ratings in total
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    53%
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    What’s it like working at 3M?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at 3M appreciate the positive work culture, with great colleagues who are welcoming and willing to share their knowledge. The company offers a flexible working environment with good work/life balance opportunities. Reviewers highlight 3M's strong brand and outstanding products as positive aspects. Employees also note the opportunities for career growth, including overseas opportunities, within the large and diversified organisation. Additionally, 3M is commended for being an ethical business with a strong emphasis on ethical practices and values.

    However, there are some potential challenges raised by employees. Some have concerns about management and leadership, citing issues such as lack of support, negative office politics, and a disconnect between upper management and employees. There are also potential challenges related to organisational structure and processes, with reports of unproductive processes, silos, and slow decision-making. Reviewers have noted a perceived lack of clear strategy and vision within the company, particularly in terms of long-term planning and direction. Additionally, some employees have indicated that workload and deadlines can be challenging, particularly in certain roles or projects.

    Recent reviews

    1.0
    Sales Role
    Mar 2024
    All Melbourne VIC
    don't recommend
    The good thingshybrid workplace model, some company perks, board company portfolio
    The challengeshigh turnover of employees, negative office politics, limited support from management, has no internal HR department, and lacks diversity.
    5.0
    Technical Service Engineer
    Aug 2022
    3 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    Had my residential address been closer to 3M I would still be there.
    The good thingsOpportunity to work with scientific, engineering and technical experts in a broad range of core technologies. Great bunch of work colleagues and very knowledgeable
    The challengesDuring the time I worked with 3M, Six Sigma presented the greatest challenges to 3M's fundamental of Innovation
    3.0
    Storeperson
    Jun 2020
    My job plays an important part of the manufacturing industry
    The good things3M bought out the company (Capital Safety) which I started with 15 years ago. I was the packer & fork lift driver. I took pride in working in the fall protection industry. They provided safety to workers in the mining industry
    The challengesThe fall protection area for 3M is now very small & I was transferred to the Scott Health & Safety division (packing safety products).The employees in this area have been together for several years and do not embrace the change since 3M brought out this company.
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