Pros
Benefits and compensation. Tuition reimbursement was one of the biggest pros (see historical reviews) but BEWARE they just changed the terms and you may not be eligible for this benefit.
Cons
I’m not sure where to begin. McMaster claims to be focused on developing and mentoring leaders, the reality often feels like an attempt to shove conformity down our throats. They discourage any unique voices that might challenge senior leadership's ideas or drive innovation. It seems like while the rest of the industry is constantly innovating to grow, McMaster is satisfied with sticking to the status quo. If you dare to contradict senior management, you’ll be shunned and basically your career at McMaster is ruined. I think the worst thing about this company is that many tenured senior members of management appears threatened by the potential of new talent, leading to numerous situations where career development is hindered by upper management. The concept of mentors seems elusive, as promotions seem to depend more on personal connections than merit. While the company does offer excellent benefits, it's often used as a justification for exploiting hardworking employees and gaslighting them into believing they are the problem, when in fact, it's the company's practices and values that are problematic. They say they put people first but in fact, everyone is concerned about protecting themselves. Recently, there has been a remarkable shift in the company's culture, marked by the sudden departure of numerous members of both management and non-management roles. This has fostered a culture of fear, to the point where many people have had to take mental health leave. Those who do manage to stick around for many years are soulless, have no values, or have given up on finding their true happiness. It’s easy to be swept away by McMaster’s golden handcuffs but you’ll pay with your mental and physical health.