Toxic Culture and Environment. - Scientist STERIS Employee Review

1.0
17 Jan 2018
Recommend
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Pros

They do a really good job of selling themselves in the interview. Compensation and benefits are good, however depending on the department you're you will be miserable or somewhat miserable.

Cons

Toxic culture! Be prepared to be set up for failure from day 1. Playing politics is the norm and if you not like it or play into it you will fall into the black sheep clique. Heavily micromanaged to the point where someone is literally looking over your shoulder. This has created a petty good dog bad dog work environment. You will be bullied, belittled, and told your incompetent. Other employees have said "I didn't think I would survive but you'll get used to it, this is just how it is". Certain leaders in VHP microbiology will be nice to your face but around upper management will make you seem incompetent. If you are not liked, you will be told half and or misleading information to make you look inept. In others words, they will build a case against you to get rid of you if you don't beat them to it. Getting on the good side involves brown nosing and telling on other employees. Employees are fake and genuinely miserable except for a few good ones that try to do the right thing. HR is for the companies best interest so do not even bother standing up for yourself as its your word against management. Management has been around 15+ years so it's they're way or the highway. Petty culture and favoritism is abound. You will be told your sweater is not part of the dress code but other direct reports can wear hoodies. The manager's pet will go behind your back and say things the manager wants to hear to make themselves look good. This is a large company but I have heard similar stories from former and current employees. Best to stay away.

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5.0
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Pros

The culture was good. Managers were all very nice.

Cons

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3.0
12 Jan 2026
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Pros

Working at STERIS has been a rewarding experience, especially if you’re someone who isn’t afraid to put in the effort. One of the biggest advantages is that your earning potential is directly tied to the amount of work you put in. If you’re motivated, proactive, and willing to take on responsibility, you can truly earn great money here. The company gives you the opportunity to grow, learn, and take on more whenever you’re ready. It’s a place where hard work is recognized and often rewarded, making it a strong fit for people who enjoy being in control of their own success. If you’re driven and want a job where your hustle actually shows up in your paycheck, STERIS is a solid choice.

Cons

On the downside, the job can be challenging due to frequent product shortages, which makes it difficult to meet customer needs and hit goals especially when there’s little support from corporate to resolve these issues. Another major frustration is that when you take vacation, you're still working, because there’s no real backup to cover your territory. The role also requires a lot of travel, which can be demanding and exhausting over time. Lastly, promotions are few and far between, so career advancement can feel slow despite strong performance. Overall: STERIS can be a great place for someone who wants control over their earnings and doesn’t mind putting in significant effort. However, lack of support, constant travel, and limited growth opportunities may make it challenging for long‑term satisfaction.

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