manufacturing technician

facilities technician

research associate

GenMark Diagnostics

I was treated like an asset not a human being! A typical day depended on the current work we had but for the most part it was repetitive. I learned great skills like working under stress and working in different teams. I met a few great people and some areas are flexible. I disliked being moved around since I found that unproductive and discouraging because every group worked very differently and had a different structure. Yes, sometimes it was months before they moved you. There was no structured and standardized work practices. There were written instructions but people bypassed them in order to hit productivity targets. Cross-training is only effective when it’s planned, organized and structured. There was also a toxic work environment. Search it on google and you will find a perfect description of a “toxic environment” which is what really happened at Genmark. I witnessed first hand multiple times people inside the cleanroom production line picking up things from the floor without rejecting the contaminated assembly part or changing gloves. The worst was the leadership in the manufacturing department. Overall, front-line managers had really poor leadership skills and a lack of knowledge in manufacturing concepts. Employee morale is really low and the turnover rate is high. I wonder why? Like an employee mentioned in the consumables department “it’s not about quality here but quantity” and also another former employee described the environment as being like the “The Lord of the Flies.” There’s no supervision. It’s a great job for temporary income but I DO NOT recommended it if you want to get a professional career out of Genmark.

GenMark Diagnostics is hands down the worst company I have ever worked for. Each day I dreaded coming into work for an array of reasons that would not fit into this review. If an error occurred during production, the first thing they would do is find an individual to put the blame on. Typically, the manufacturing technicians because they are viewed as "unable" to perform their duties. The time used to find blame could of been used as time to find a resolution to better the production. The "leads" in charge of supervising the clean room are the least bit experienced individuals you'll ever meet. Thankfully this product is a Class II Medical Device which is not used directly to the human. As far as nepotism, let's just say that if you are not of a certain ethnic group you will never see any potential for growth. They bring up issues that are unrelated/effecting the production of the product due to their own personal issues. It doesn't matter if you're working efficiently and accurately here. You'll never be noticed. Especially if you're a temp. If you're considering working here, I advise you not. Just as the previous reviewer said there are plenty of biotechnology companies out there that hold a higher value to their employees. GenMark is focused on monetary growth alone. Nothing else is held to value here at this company. The product is definitely innovative, just switch out all the employees and replace them with real professionals of this sector.

What is the best part of working at the company?
It was very laid back in terms of micromanaging. In terms of projects/tasks: when it rains it pours. You get super busy at once and then when it's slow, it's really slow. You get some free time. Overall, people were amazing. Great location and flexibility.  The site is very beautiful and you are allow to go for walks whenever. I really enjoyed that part! 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Communication with supervisors. Sometimes they can be really clueless about your day to day tasks and how you are doing overall. They can be anti-social as well which I didn't like. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Work environment was great in the R&D. Everyone is super nice and helpful. The atmosphere is very laid back.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Check emails. Plan out tasks to carry out different experiments. Execute them. Triage any problems. Record observations. Create a presentation on findings. Present it to the team.

-Brilliant and skilled R&D, Engineering, and Assay development teams that worked hard for less than industry standards in pay.
-Some cliques formed among R&D teams and it felt like high school at times.
-Lack of communication between departments resulting in wasted time and materials.
-Poor management at the top that exhibited duplicity and insider trading prior to Q3 earnings call which antagonized share holders.
-Efforts of the company were sabotaged by lack of research into regulatory requirements and the ambition of the marketing time which prematurely forced a product to market before it was ready

They treat employees like numbers. Leads and supervisors have no prior experience dealing with coworkers. THEY are unethical and Biased, Company motto is not what they stand by. Major major problems with race and work ethics. Will let you go on favoritism, lying, and covering up scandelistic behaviors... No excelleration, no moving up for growth.  No Security working over nights. People don't follow dress codes at all but will quickly point out the other less favorite coworkers for wearing similar clothes. .???? No raise, or work assessment after 90 days, 1 year. Know your worth because this company will not pay you the right compensation. 

Genmark is overall a good company to work for, my problem would only be the opportunities to cross train. The work is really easy but their labs/cleanRooms are cramped cause of how close the machines are. There does seem to be favoritism which sucks, if you’re a competitive person then this’ll be a good fit for your. I personal can’t be bothered with that kind of environment so I focus on myself, after working a few jobs you start to see people’s true nature. My advice, don’t over share your personal life and focus on you. 

GenMark is a good place to get your foot wet within a biotech company. There's a lot of processes and practices that can be learned here if you are willing to. They will teach you the ideal practices for maintaining cleanliness, how to prepare accurate documentations and to effectively operate the various machinery. It's a good job to gain some experience that can be used for other similar jobs or it can offer stability for those who want a more stable entry job.

Working at Genmark Dx is by far the worst experience I have had in any company that I've been employed with. No day is typical, hours are ridiculously long, management is poor, harassment of young women happens often, there are favorites in their lab, your job is not at all secure, and they force people to do overtime and threaten with termination, If you want that type of job be sure to apply here. If not then honestly there are several other companies that don't treat their employees as dispensable.

The job is not difficult, trainers are typically good at teaching and patient with learning. However, it is difficult and can take years time become a permanent employee and temps receive no benefits. From experience 1st shift supervisor micromanages and had a hostile demeanor. No support from management for workers, and upper management does not listen to workers concerns.

Good place to work with better pay than other diagnostics company. OT is always mandatory and they will pay you till the end of the shift even you don't have to stay anymore. Supervisor is very unprofessional screaming in the meeting when people makes mistakes and threatened employee because they are all temps, no right to voice out. Feel sorry for temps employee.

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