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Ocean State Job Lot

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Ocean State Job Lot reviews

2.9

38% would recommend to a friend

(934 total reviews)
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Marc Perlman

35% approve of CEO

36% positive business outlook

Ocean State Job Lot has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 934 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Ocean State Job Lot employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

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934 reviews
4.0
May 25, 2018

Corporate Employee

Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

I've worked for the company full time for over 3 years and I believe the pros far outweigh any "cons". I don't really think there are cons; more suggestions as to how to keep growing and being the "employer of choice" that we strive to be. The benefits offered have increased since I started and I know it is a continuous effort to bring in new and exciting offers. Benefits currently include your standard vacation and sick time but also include a store discount (20% normally but with multiple events per year where we can take advantage of 30% off), use of the owners' condos in NH and their RV in CT, restaurant discounts, employee of the month in the office (where you can win an extra week of paid vacation!) and numerous other perks. What I like the most about OSJL is that it's a big company with a small company feel in the corporate office. Not many get to work directly with owners and feel recognized and valued by senior leadership. I really appreciate that and I believe that is how the company has grown and continues to be so successful.

Cons

I have found that not all departments have clear "road maps" as to how to get to the next level. I have witnessed numerous employees in a state of complacency because they do not know how to get to where they want to go.

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Ocean State Job Lot Response
8y
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Also thank you for recognizing the strides we are making. We will always look for ways to reward and recognize our associates.
4.0
May 25, 2018

Field Merchant

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

I've been working at Ocean State Job Lot for almost six years. In the time I have been here the company has made efforts to add perks for the employees such as wellness programs and a competitive benefit package. I feel this company values their employees. I would recommend my friends and family to work here.

Cons

I do feel that some of the company policies are too strict and can effect growth in the company.

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Ocean State Job Lot Response
8y
Thank you for sharing all of the effort we as an employer have taken to be seen as a great place to work. Thank you for your efforts and for spreading the word.
5.0
May 24, 2018

A great place to work!

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Positive work environment, great benefits for both FT and PT, opportunities for career development and upward mobility.

Cons

Hours can be diverse, as is any retail environment. Management is sensitive to this and has made appropriate accommodations.

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Ocean State Job Lot Response
8y
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
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