Pros
Private ownership by KOCH industries is generally a positive. Businesses are not managed on a quarter by quarter basis to meet Wall Street expectations. If a great opportunity comes up which requires investments beyond this years "budget" - then there is a good chance the investment will be made. Benefits are generally good - low cost of health care (offset by high deductible), good 401k/cash balance plan matches, etc. Vacation could be better particularly for experienced new hires. MBM Principles are a positive - Integrity being #1 guiding principle is great. Some of the other principles would be good if more honestly followed by everyone.
Cons
Middle and first line management that does not trust nor empower people who work for them to do their jobs well. Information is horded by this level of management, creating significant hurdles for worker bees to do their jobs efficiently. The challenge process should be a PRO - but it is all too often used by this management level to micromanage, delay progress, and put their personal imprint on everything. GP hires some smart people but then often does not trust them to do their jobs without too much spirit stifling oversight. It would be great to have a clearer understanding of the long term view of the business - but this is kept secret. Many mid level managers play favorites - not asking for nor appreciating input from other staff. These same managers are those who decide the next level of promotions - which tends to put more micro-managers in people managing positions.