Does Harley-Davidson, Inc. pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Harley-Davidson, Inc. employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Harley-Davidson, Inc.. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Harley-Davidson, Inc.?

46% of Harley-Davidson, Inc. employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Harley-Davidson, Inc. 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Harley-Davidson, Inc.?

Sales Associate (37) , Manager (30) , Engineer (23) , Project Manager (22) , Production Technician (20) , Sales (20) , Manufacturing Engineer (17) , Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op (14) , Analyst (12) , Design Engineer (12) , Assembly Line Worker (11) , Director (11) , Mechanic (11) , Technician (11) , Business Analyst (10)

What are the pros of working at Harley-Davidson, Inc. according to real employee reviews?

"They have an exciting product and some great people." ((in 144 reviews)); "Its a Union Job! IF you make a full time job the pay is good." ((in 119 reviews)); "Good benefits and health plans." ((in 90 reviews)); "Great culture and brand to be a part of" ((in 85 reviews)); "Great work environment." ((in 29 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Harley-Davidson, Inc. according to real employee reviews?

"Management of other departments was poor." ((in 73 reviews)); "Poor leadership and HR support" ((in 57 reviews)); "No work life balance" ((in 32 reviews)); "Frequent restructuring and layoffs." ((in 31 reviews)); "Surge season is stressful and long hours" ((in 28 reviews))

What are employees saying about Harley-Davidson, Inc. layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Harley-Davidson, Inc. layoffs and their outlook for job security at Harley-Davidson, Inc. in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Harley-Davidson, Inc. locations?

Milwaukee , York , Kansas City , Wauwatosa , Menomonee Falls , Tomahawk , Plano , Chicago , Carson City , Dallas , Allen , Miami , Saint Louis , Waukesha , Fort Worth , San Antonio , Indianapolis , Los Angeles , San Diego , Mountain View , Manchester , Tampa , Valley View , Bristol , Winchester , Columbia , Fort Ann , Franklin , Yucca , Raleigh

Harley-Davidson, Inc. reviews

3.3

46% would recommend to a friend

(1,446 total reviews)

Artie Starrs

54% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,446 reviews)

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Harley-Davidson, Inc. has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 1,446 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Harley-Davidson, Inc. employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

3.0

Apr 4, 2016

work for pay not future

Paint

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good pay not much else to say good about company overpriced poorly made product, made some friends most people not friendly must are very difficult.

Cons

union shop everything done by seniority and the f bomb is thrown around like the word Hi. Some good employees but most are cut throat and will throw you under the bus in a minute.

4.0

Mar 31, 2016

My time at H-D

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

So far, I've had a fantastic time working for Harley-Davidson. I've found that it's a very open, honest, company that values its employees and their development

Cons

The retail motorcycle industry is very taxing

2.0

Mar 31, 2016

Fulfilling Nighmares of Corporate Enslavement

Continuous improvement specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Outstanding benefits including a world class pension if you were fortunate enough to get hired before August 2006, otherwise a marginal added 401K contribution. Excellent compensation and fair opportunities for movement and advancement. Annual bonus (STIP) and 401K matching are generous

Cons

Moving quickly to a culture of fear, retribution and good old boy "yes man and woman". Watch your back if your manager, director, VP or CEO are dumber than you are. They don't like having their authority or decisions questioned. That wasn't the case during the Wandell and prior eras but seems to be the case in the Levatich era. "One step forward and two steps back" approach to running a business.

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