Target reviews about "training"

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3.0
Feb 17, 2026
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Pros

They allow you a flexible schedule once you get past 90 days, to some extent.

Cons

They consistently are short-staffed and don't spend time training new employees

4.0
Feb 22, 2026
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Pros

The team atmosphere was usually great. If you had a good crew on your shift, the day went by fast. Training was straightforward, and you’re not just thrown in without help (at least in my experience). The employee discount is actually useful, especially if you already shop there. There’s room to move up if you’re reliable and willing to take on more responsibility. I saw several coworkers become team leads. You stay busy. If you don’t like just standing around, that’s a plus.

Cons

Hours can be unpredictable. One week you might get close to full-time, the next week not so much. Holiday season is intense. Black Friday and the weeks leading up to Christmas are exhausting. Metrics matter a lot, especially in fulfillment. It can feel like you’re constantly racing a timer. Your experience really depends on management. A strong leader makes a huge difference; a disorganized one makes shifts feel twice as long.

3.0
Feb 9, 2026

Target

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Pros

Fast-paced Good training Good Leadership

Cons

Can be overwhelming May have to work other roles than your own

2.0
Feb 23, 2026
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Pros

The company has shown strong adaptability across its supply chain, optimizing lines of business and leveraging capacity through workload planning and structured processes. However, these strengths are not consistently reflected at the stores level where gaps in execution, communication, and training tend to undermine operational success.

Cons

Executive leadership consistency at the store level varies significantly, which often leads to unclear priorities and uneven expectations. In some cases, employees feel caught between meeting operational goals and managing leadership perception, creating unnecessary pressure. Misalignment during periods of change leads to shifting targets and documentation that feels disconnected from real performance. At the same time, teams often lack proper training on core processes. Leadership should prioritize coaching and development over replacement, especially when company values emphasize growth, inclusion, and joy. Stronger alignment and investment in people would improve both morale and operational results. That said, the company has strong systems, tools, and potential. With better leadership alignment, accountability, and investment in frontline training, store performance and employee experience could improve substantially.

3.0
Feb 6, 2026
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Pros

good experience and good leadership training

Cons

way too much work in addition to HR

1.0
Feb 9, 2026
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Pros

No pros all very bad

Cons

Terrible management and poor training

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