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Powell Industries

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Very Dysfunctional!!!! - Anonymous employee Powell Industries Employee Review

1.0
Jan 4, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- They have work - 10% of people are talented

Cons

- Poor uneducated management - Poor uneducated labor force - Too many people want to keep the business like it was in 70's even though it's growing - No room for advancement unless you are a yes man or friends with an old school employee - More and more benefits are being taken away - Salary is at the bottom for Houston - Poor quality! No lean or SixSigma thought structure - Overworked people to the point of mental and physical break down - Safety program is a joke - Engineering and Operations management is a joke!! - Company is divided internally - The good and educated people are leaving - HR group is horrible to work with and don’t have a clue! - Very micromanaged environment - No communication

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5.0
Jul 15, 2026
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Pros

Excellent work environment, great service, and professional treatment, The people were the best part—super collaborative and always ready to help. The company offered solid benefits, like great health insurance and a 401(k) match. Fun office events kept morale high.

Cons

I honestly can’t think of any cons; it’s a warm and welcoming place.

5.0
Jul 6, 2026
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Pros

Powell employees are friendly and helpful. work culture is excellent.

Cons

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