Not a bad company to work for - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic GALLO Employee Review

4.0
Dec 6, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

They pay pretty decent wages, Over time is almost always available if you want it, union raises every year.

Cons

fast management turnover, can make the flow of the job more difficult, Health benefits are not cheap and have much do be desired in the way of how much comes out of pocket for appointments, especially if you have kids. company 401k contribution is on the lower side, but not terrible. Recognition is almost non existent. They have programs in affect for recognition, but team leaders refuse to use them for the union employees, but you see them used frequently for the salaried employees. Under performers get recognition when they meet basic standards and over achievers are expected to over achieve at all times without recognition. This makes morale low and ruins some peoples work ethic.

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GALLO Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your experience. We appreciate all positive and constructive feedback, as it helps us improve. We understand your concerns regarding management turnover changes and how they may affect you. We are constantly working to improve our management and leadership training programs to ensure all employees receive the support they need to be successful. We also regularly review our benefits packages to ensure they are competitive with industry standards and strive to provide affordable options for our employees. Thank you again for your feedback and for all you do.

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5.0
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Pros

Gallo has extremely talented people and incredible products. I’ve found real opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.

Cons

Fast pace at times, with occasional shifting priorities. Very few downsides overall.

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GALLO Response
2w
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your feedback!
2.0
May 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

* Historically, a company people were genuinely proud to work for—strong culture, clear values, and a sense of loyalty *I could have seen myself building a long-term career here and often spoke highly of the company to others *Strong early-career development and brand recognition

Cons

*Erosion of trust driven by abrupt, poorly communicated decisions *5-day in-office mandate for some offices rolled out with ~2 months notice, removing autonomy employees previously had, adding unnecessary strain to already demanding roles, and significantly disrupting employees’ day-to-day lives *Parental leave benefits were significantly reduced in a way that feels misaligned with the culture and “family-owned” values the company has historically emphasized. This change has been a meaningful source of frustration and disappointment for many employees *Poor communication on major changes—including benefits and office policy updates, which were not consistently or transparently shared *Employee feedback does not appear to be meaningfully incorporated into decision-making, even when concerns are raised through formal channels * The culture has shifted dramatically. What used to feel fun and energizing now feels rigid and overly monitored, with less trust and autonomy than before *As a result, the company risks losing strong, previously loyal employees and becoming less competitive in attracting new talent

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GALLO Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. Your feedback is important to us and helps us continue to improve. As another step, please reach out directly to your Human Resources Business Partner so we can better understand your experience.
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