TSMC reviews

3.3

46% would recommend to a friend

(993 total reviews)
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C.C. Wei

69% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

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2.0
Jul 19, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Advanced technology and equipment, competitive compensation package.

Cons

TSMC's lack of employee empowerment is a significant drawback within the company. The hierarchical structure and top-down decision-making processes limit employees' ability to contribute meaningfully and make decisions that impact their work. There is a lack of autonomy and empowerment, which can lead to decreased job satisfaction, disengagement, and missed opportunities for innovation and improvement. TSMC needs to prioritize employee empowerment by decentralizing decision-making, providing opportunities for employees to have a voice in their work, and fostering a culture that values and encourages employee contributions. By empowering employees, TSMC can tap into their expertise, creativity, and problem-solving abilities, leading to increased engagement and organizational success.

2.0
Jul 19, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- State-of-the-art technology and equipment. - Competitive compensation package.

Cons

TSMC's promotion processes suffer from a lack of transparency. The criteria, decision-making processes, and timelines for promotions are not clearly communicated or understood by employees. This lack of transparency creates a sense of uncertainty, unfairness, and favoritism among employees. It can lead to decreased morale, demotivation, and a lack of trust in the organization's promotion practices. Moreover, the absence of clear guidelines and feedback in the promotion processes hampers employees' ability to understand and improve their chances of advancement. TSMC needs to prioritize transparency in promotion processes by clearly communicating the criteria, providing regular feedback, and establishing fair and consistent promotion timelines. By improving transparency, TSMC can enhance employee trust, motivation, and overall job satisfaction.

1.0
Jul 17, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Maybe higher pay if they feel like giving it to you Bonuses (can and on many occasions will be taken away)

Cons

Long working hours Horrible work culture Toxic work environment No American Upper management Constant micro management Untrusting of Americans Menial job roles (Eg: you're a technician well now you sweep the fab floor and pick up trash) No upward mobility unless you are Taiwanese HR are in general liars and you must get everything written because they will back out on bonuses, job benefits and anything else they can get away with

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