Severely dysfunctional QC environment — new hires should be cautious - Anonymous employee Advantech Employee Review

QC/FQC training is extremely unstructured, with no written SOPs or documented workflows. New hires are expected to operate at the level of employees who have been there 8–15 years, despite receiving only verbal instructions and inconsistent guidance. Leadership behavior in FQC can be unprofessional, dismissive, and at times openly disrespectful, creating a psychologically unsafe environment for beginners. Feedback is delivered harshly and without clarity, contributing to confusion, anxiety, and rapid burnout. Culture varies widely across departments, and QC unfortunately stands out as the most toxic. High turnover is predictable under these conditions.