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Haynes International

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Not bad at first, but they seem to be sliding backwards on employee compensation - Production Machine Operator Haynes International Employee Review

3.0
Aug 11, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Good, relaxed work environment. Usually a fair bit of overtime available. Good, affordable health insurance. Competitive, company-matching 401k. Company seems stable.

Cons

Sometimes too much overtime. Company technically has a "bonus plan," but it was put "on hold" meaning no payouts indefinitely. Wasn't much of a bonus plan anyway, with a typical payout limited to a few hundred dollars at best per financial quarter. Poorly-written employee handbook doesn't adequately define vacation time, leading to disputes on what, exactly, the company provides. Maybe worst thing is lack of sick/personal days - company allows exactly none. Zero. Even with doctor note, any unscheduled, unapproved time off results in employee receiving one point for an attendance violation. Points take an entire to fall off employee's record. Once employee reaches 6 points, further point values are doubled, making it easy to "point out" at 10, at which time employee in terminated.

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5.0
Feb 2, 2026
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Pros

- clear leadership - support in learning - great workplace

Cons

- 7-4 workday far commute if from Indianapolis (hour)

2.0
Feb 4, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Industry stability – specialized manufacturing with long-term demand and strong reputation

Cons

Non-Competitive pay and benefits – generally subpar for compensation, benefits, and retirement options. Lack of emphasis on safety and quality – lacks focus on compliance, precision, and process standards. Traditional corporate structure – can feel hierarchical with slower decision-making. Limited flexibility in roles – schedules and processes may be rigid depending on department. Change can be gradual – innovation and advancement opportunities move slower than in smaller or more agile companies.

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