chemical operator

construction laborer

utility worker

laborer

technician

Koppers Inc.

Each day was full of opportunity to  apply hands on, and critical thinking skills.
Management were approachable and formally friendly. Without bias, and awfully available to our needs or discretion.
Co workers were more than just a team. But we were all very friendly outside of work as well.
The hardest part of the job aside from leaving was maintaining the expectation of what management and employees shared. (Though it was the most important and desired end as well. ) Safety, quality and duty always trumped quantity if needed. Yet our plant alone took on overhauled and abundant work loads from other plants, without much exertion. That's just how we worked. There were times things were slow, and management were easy going no matter. The most enjoyable aspect of this job was the fact that every day in Kopper's felt like a good time, even when things were busy and hectic. It was cherished experience. 

I enjoyed my stay at the plant I was employed. And would have stayed there until retirement. Had our plant not closed down. Though through the process the management team from headquarters even came forth to ensure our separation soundly with respect and duty.

I give the company an overall 5 star rating in truth. Its a disappointment to not be a part of their agenda any longer. But by working there alone, they had grated me various tools of experience to maintain my career in the Industrial field. And for that I'm highly grateful.

A good job with good benefits, currently going through a transitional period that could be managed and operated more efficiently and more proactively. Personnel morale is good most of the time but not all of the time which creates a varying work environment. I learned a great deal about chemical process and manufacturing that enforced what I had been educated for. Also learned a great deal about management efficiency and operational efficiency and troubleshooting plant/equipment failures. The most valuable aspect I have learned working here is the importance of operational organization and training by means of standard work practices, checklists, employee expectations and uniform training practices.

The company has a solid foundation and significant potential, but there are areas where it could improve. Ownership and accountability among hourly employees appear to be limited. While employees reliably report to work, many seem primarily focused on completing their shift rather than taking pride in their performance. In some cases, more effort is put into avoiding work than into completing tasks effectively.

Environmental responsibilities are not consistently taken seriously at the hourly level and often require reminders or corrective action to meet basic expectations. Additionally, issues within the plant are frequently attributed to management, even when they stem from a lack of follow-through or individual performance. Overall, the prevailing culture has been challenging to navigate during my time with the company.

The jobs at koppers are not bad to do and most are fairly easy to get the hang of and be productive. But kn the flip side the management team is what makes this Plant bad to work for. Koppers claims to care about family time outside of work, but constantly forces employees to work ot including holidays. All while management is at home with their families. 
Production is constantly placed over safety and safety complaints and reports are ignored or shelved if it slows Production down.
Member of the management team regularly change the rules or "reinterpret" rules to force employees to work or get them in trouble. 
All in all not good to work for.

Current Management within KPC is awful! Long hours and all they care about is getting the job done and making management look good...no work/home life balance, they make you feel stupid, very condescending and is a hostile atmosphere. Employee morale is at an all time low.  Manager is a horrible micro-manager who manages everyone's job. Koppers overall is a good company but they still are turning a blind eye to poor management in Rock Hill SC. The turnover within the last year and a half is highest it's ever been!

What is the best part of working at the company?
Don't work here. It's not worth being lied too all the time.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The employees are the biggest problem there no one wants to do there job correctly or help another employee do there job safely 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The culture is not good,it takes a toll on your mental health 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Stayed stressful all the time and you never knew when you were going home

What is the best part of working at the company?
Leavin the job. Management was absolutely horrible.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Between upset customers being on their property inspecting the utilities to wondering if you'd be hit walkin on side of road. Take your pick

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Management preaches ZERO HARM but won't do a thing about drug use, even when it's found in company vehicles. 


What is a typical day like for you at the company?
The days were never the same, depends on the area you were in.

The company's benefits were amazing when they would have little get-togethers and dinners for us those were amazing to but everything else they're management if you had to complain it didn't matter it was all about who you knew that's what was unfair my job was very dirty itchy it was so cold in my room that I work but you can see your breath until about three months before I quit they finally put a heater in there for me and I've been with them for 3 years

A typical day at work consist of a fast pace work environment. Multitasking and interacting with customers/co workers.
The hardest part of my job is staying ahead of the game. It is an industry where there will always be work to do, usually no matter what. 
Staying focused, organized, and patient are the 3 main goals I work towards daily to meet my responsibilities. 
The most enjoyable part of my job is seeing all of the friendly faces that come and go through out the day.. and always learning something new and different.

A typical day was attending a daily production meeting with the VP of manufacturing, General foreman, master scheduler, & supervisors. Communication was the key to success & management was involved & gave good suggestions & direction. My co-workers worked as a team & supported each other. The hardest part was implementing & learning a new computer system. The most enjoyable parts was when the system was up & operating it made the work environment less stressful

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