BASF Reviews (108)
| 07.30.09 | Engineer and Maintenance Manager |
| 09.25.09 | Technical Service Representative |
| 11.29.09 | Specialist |
| 08.03.10 | Senior Associate Scientist |
| 11.24.09 | Specialist |
| 06.17.09 | Civil / Structural Engineer |
| 04.29.10 | Technical Service Representative |
| 07.09.09 | Mechanical Super. |
| 09.21.09 | Chemist Product Specialist |
| 11.04.09 | Pharmaceutical Marketing - Senior Industry Manager |
BASF Review by Engineer and Maintenance Manager in Wyandotte, MI on
What do you like about working at BASF?
In the manufacturing areas I was in (4 different ones) the average workers and front line managers were well above average.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
A German culture where it is dificult to admit to problems, when you do not have a solution yet, was ok because their technical people were very driven and resourcefull. This was warped in America to, the managers creating problems they could resolve, to make themselves look needed, and to marginalize many of the technically competant.
What suggestions do you have for management?
360 degree reviews, and pay for performance. These were both attempted, and quickly abandoned, because of the truth it brought to the light.
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
Good company, good products. But if you don't enjoy politics, make sure your manager is "aware", or your department could be the next scapegoat.
"This review allows headhunters to get a snap shot of a company from an employee's perspective"
BASF Review by Technical Service Representative in Southfield, MI on
What do you like about working at BASF?
Growth opportunities and the stability of a large corporation before the economic downfall.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
The difficult transition between different businesses. All-in-all BASF was very good to me! I would love to work for the organization again.
What suggestions do you have for management?
Learn and understand the diverse genius within everyone beyond the superficial titles. Every employee has multiple talents that translates to profits and organization development.
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
Be yourself and show the diversity of skills and wealth of knowledge including how such talents translates to buisness improvement and profits for the organization. Show your team player attitude and individual leadership qualities.
"Honesty it is morally right but it is also highly efficient"
BASF Review by Specialist in Livonia, MI on
What do you like about working at BASF?
The opportunity to work with people who cared about their work and the opportunity to go back to school.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
The fact that I had to lie about physical test results in order to gain business for the company.
What suggestions do you have for management?
Set examples and lead by example. Don't just sit back and wait for the business to come to you. Take responsibility for your actions and stop trying to pin the results on the workers all the time.
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
Always communicate with your managers and fellow workers. I decided to re-send this because I like BASF and the people who work there.
User Comments
| I currently own a Jimmy Johns Gourmet Sandwich store and I've learned more than ever being a franchisee. I can see the weaknesses that BASF had when I worked there. I've learned from the exoerience and applied them to my learning experience now owning my own business. | 11.29.09 |
"i really do not like this application form, sorry. how do you think of it."
BASF Review by Senior Associate Scientist on
What do you like about working at BASF?
i really do not like this application form, sorry. how do you think of it.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
Postdoctoral Research Associate Department of Biochemistry CHEMICAL MECHANISM OF HOMOCITRATE SYNTHASE FROM Saccharomyces cerevisiae a
What suggestions do you have for management?
Expertise with: Molecular biology, enzymology, cloning, site-direct mutagenesis, protein expression and purification, enzyme assay a
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
i really do not like this application form, sorry. how do you think of it. A resume is not enough?
"A good opportunity for management to learn from the past"
BASF Review by Specialist in Livonia, MI on
What do you like about working at BASF?
In the start of my career job security was great and I felt secure with management
What don't you like about working at BASF?
The insecurity of employees about losing their job. It makes for an ucomfortable work environment.
What suggestions do you have for management?
Have a long term goal for growth, Systems and procedures, 100% execution, a absolute sense of urgency, perfect paint every time, and goals for job growth.
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
Look at the diversity of BASF. Check out BASF thoroughly and communicate well.
BASF Review by Civil / Structural Engineer in Freeport, TX on
What do you like about working at BASF?
It had a great benefits pacakge, It had potential to be a great career place.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
The Management didnt support buying current engineering equipment, supllies, reference materials, and seminars
What suggestions do you have for management?
Be supportive in keeping current engineering materials in the office.
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
If you are interviewing for the civil/structural engineering position, Be very specific on your experience and what you have knowledge in.
"A good company to work for in the Plastics industry."
BASF Review by Technical Service Representative in Wyandotte, MI on
What do you like about working at BASF?
The company has the resources to support product development programs.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
At the time that I worked there, employees with Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degrees were at a disadvantage for career advancement when compared to PhD Chemists.
What suggestions do you have for management?
Consider a wider variety of educational backgrounds for career advancement opportunities.
"They pay below scale but it was close to the house"
BASF Review by Mechanical Super. in Freeport, ME on
What do you like about working at BASF?
Proximity to my house.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
The company keeps wages down as best they can. The SAP planning at the site is antiquated and input by under qualified individuals
What suggestions do you have for management?
Consider the craft and contract individuals as necessary tools not drains on the budget coming over from Germany
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
Be willing to take a pay cut and hopefully you live close by
"This was a great career but unfortunitly the Auto Industry is BAD!"
BASF Review by Chemist Product Specialist in Southfield, MI on
What do you like about working at BASF?
They provide a very comfortable environment to work in and great oportunities for advancemenet. But the Auto Industry is hot and cold and after survive 4 lay offs, I was hit with the fifth.
What don't you like about working at BASF?
BASF is a good company to work for but I wish I was in a different division then the Automotive Coatings.
BASF Review by Pharmaceutical Marketing - Senior Industry Manager in Florham Park, NJ on
What do you like about working at BASF?
Nothing, they are unprofessional and unethical
What don't you like about working at BASF?
Management show little competency. Career growth non-existent
What suggestions do you have for management?
Stop bringing Ex-Pats from outside the Pharmaceutical profession and allow Americans to advance. Operate ethically, do not continue to hide illegal activities from the US market.
Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?
Don't, they will destroy your future.
BASF Stats
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