Hormel reviews

3.3

50% would recommend to a friend

(225 total reviews)
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James P. Snee

54% approve of CEO

27% positive business outlook

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3.0
Jan 7, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Strong brand recognition with well-established products in the market. Competitive compensation relative to the local market. Shared financial incentives that align employees with overall business performance.

Cons

Lack of alignment and clarity at the leadership level, resulting in inconsistent direction. A tendency toward short-term, reactive decision-making focused on immediate performance gaps rather than sustainable strategy. Resource strain following employee departures, with responsibilities redistributed without adequate backfill or prioritization. Leadership roles held by individuals without sufficient hands-on knowledge to effectively guide teams. A persistent “crisis mode” environment that prioritizes urgency over thoughtful planning. An always-on culture with blurred boundaries, where availability is often expected during personal time or time off.

2.0
Dec 17, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Pay and benefits can be decent.

Cons

Attendance policies are extremely rigid and do not allow much flexibility for illness, weather, or family emergencies. Communication during disciplinary actions felt impersonal and stressful. The work environment did not feel supportive, which contributed to high anxiety. Overall, this may be a good fit for someone who never needs time off, but it was not a supportive environment for employees facing real-life challenges.

4.0
Dec 17, 2025

Good company overall

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good work environment Industry comparable benefits and salary

Cons

Hybrid work (4 days a week in the office). If you want to grow (sales, marketing) you need to be open to relocate (AK, MN).

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