Enjoyable and relatively stress free, inevitably has downsides - Press Operator Hoffmaster Employee Review

4.0
10 Dec 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Friendly operators in most departments. Easy to form close friendships especially if you're consistently working with the same people. Night shift isn't incredibly staffed so it never feels crowded. Never feels too rushed in our department, management typically leaves us alone which contributes to the positive mood and good production. Our deadlines are not difficult to be met so what's required of us is pretty stress free. Food and drinks provided for purchase, free coffee as well, the break room always looks and feels clean. Company offers free meals on occasion as well as free treats like popsicles and ice cream during the summer.

Cons

Very poor communication comes from management passed down to employees. Instructions are often overlooked or so briefly explained it leaves a lot to question. Other employees don't keep their workstations clean and supplied for the next shift taking over, though will quickly complain if it happens to them. Many employees dislike the break policy, especially since they're now forcing night shift to park in the back lot which they need to walk much further for. Employees are watched more strictly for break times but the shift lead and some department leads consistently take breaks for upwards of 40 minutes sometimes. Some leads will openly talk negatively about employees in the break rooms where anyone can hear them.

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5.0
3 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Rewards high achievers, flexibility for salaried workers, there is a real sense of community, ownership invests in the company

Cons

Some systems are still very old but improving

5.0
4 Mar 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great Pay, Great Benefits, you can move up fast just got to put your mind to it and take in and learn everything you can and work hard. They have a union you get the option to be apart of or not. Management is great! They listen and check in with you to make sure you have everything you need to do your job successfully and safely. You get trained for 6 plus weeks depending on department and all the trainers have years of experience and time at this workplace and they are patient and have great attitudes and are willing to explain and make sure you understand what is needed from you as an employee. Ask questions no question is a dumb question. Even if you’ve already asked. The want to make sure you understand everything. Very organized and clean warehouse. Plenty of working room.

Cons

Work long hours during busy season

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