Does J.D. Irving pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, J.D. Irving employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at J.D. Irving. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at J.D. Irving?

68% of J.D. Irving employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated J.D. Irving 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at J.D. Irving?

Business Analyst (29) , Machine Operator (26) , Manager (10) , Accounting Associate (8) , Project Manager (8) , Director (7) , Engineer (7) , Forklift Operator (7) , Laborer (7) , Analyst (6) , Co-Op Student (6) , Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (6) , Process Engineer (6) , Tree Planter (6) , Engineering Co-Op (5)

What are the pros of working at J.D. Irving according to real employee reviews?

"Great values and people." ((in 49 reviews)); "Pay was good for student" ((in 43 reviews)); "They have good benefits and the peoe there is nice" ((in 36 reviews)); "JDI invests in its employees and infrastructure frequently so joining early in your career means opportunities are endless." ((in 18 reviews)); "Great team and all work towards a united goal." ((in 15 reviews))

What are the cons of working at J.D. Irving according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and HR policy" ((in 33 reviews)); "No work life balance" ((in 15 reviews)); "hours are long and not flexible" ((in 10 reviews)); "Not full work from home" ((in 5 reviews)); "The third generation family leadership is bent on controlling the small markets they are in, controlling and shaping local public policy, and controlling its employee base." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about J.D. Irving layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about J.D. Irving layoffs and their outlook for job security at J.D. Irving in 2026.

What are the top reviewed J.D. Irving locations?

Macon , Fort Edward , New York , Dixfield , East Brunswick , New Brunswick , Vienna , Ashland , Lewiston , Atlanta , Irving , Saint John , Los Angeles , New Orleans , Redmond , State College , Boston , Warner Robins

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J.D. Irving

J.D. Irving reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(501 total reviews)

James D. Irving and Robert K. Irving

77% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Career opportunities

3.3

Culture & values

2.8

Senior management

J.D. Irving has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 501 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The J.D. Irving employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

501 reviews

2.0

Nov 5, 2015

Are we going up down or sideways?

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Depending on your position, the wages are more than fair.

Cons

- No clear leadership. Too many chefs in the kitchen - People are promoted to leadership roles without actually being trained on how to be a leader - There are too many employees left to their own devises, the left hand doesn't always know what the right hand is doing - The sense of pride that we once felt has been slowly but surely killed off - People in leadership roles make it very clear who they do not like and they make that person's life a nightmare.

3.0

Nov 3, 2015

Machine Operator

Machine operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very good pay. Well-knit team if you are lucky to be assigned to one. Tries to pride itself for being safe.

Cons

Management is wanting in people skills. The operator is expected to be the be all and end all. One has to be willing and able to accept all sorts of responsibility (and blame) for things he did and failed to do. Uses the all encompassing "YOU OWN THE STOP BUTTON" for any or all issues raised by an employee that management cannot address directly. Machines need proper maintenance. Can do better with training by coming up with a standardized program staffed with the proper people.

5.0

Oct 22, 2015

Excellent

Associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Secure and reasonable employment. Salaries seem on par or better.

Cons

Nothing negative to say. Company is a joy to work for.

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Jobs at J.D. Irving

Manager, Health & Safety

Maintenance Superintendent

Opportunities for Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians