sales engineer

quality manager

human resources generalist

cnc operator

account specialist

WITTENSTEIN North America

The "captain" is way out of touch with what is going on at the company.  Most middle management (including HR) is afraid of saying anything because if you do not agree with this captain you might as well leave.  The benefits are great, but other than that you will not be too happy unless you are one of those who puckers up and goes with the flow.  Most of the great people have already left the company and those in positions who are not qualified are the ones you would be working with.  There are some great folks left just riding the waves now, so that is a plus.

The company has so much potential and it is sad to have great people leave because of a few bad apples.  Unfortunately those are the ones driving the titanic into yet another iceberg.  The German Chambers of Commerce is the only thing most feel the captain is worried about.

Trust->Responsibility->Innovation->Change->Openness are the core values that most want to live by, but management makes it hard to follow.  The early days of the company has been great, but downhill from there.  The management who has cared about their employees either left or do not say anything to ruffle the feathers of the chief, just to keep their jobs.

Such a shame that this place has taken such a turn. There has been a high turnover this year.  Upper management has no idea how much their employees do to keep the place running and they don't care.  They will sell you out in a heartbeat to make themselves look good. Everyone is dispensable there in their eyes, and they can be very disrespectful. Direct supervisors however, are more  supportive because they understand the process. The system is outdated and very manual, which sets up their workers to make costly errors. They need to get up to speed with technology.  Pay does not match the amount of work you do.  For the most part the people you work with everyday are friendly and the insurance is unmatched, but the company is headed for failure if it doesn't start listening to it's employees and treating them with respect.

A day of work at WITTENSTEIN was busy the entire day, while other employees slacked on their job daily. Certain individuals were allowed to take longer lunches w/the same pay; while others had to take the required time, being sure they were back to work immediately.

Management is NOT fair, employees are not treated equally or with respect.
They have a blind eye when employees continuously abuse the company policy. EX: internet shopping and surfing, reading online books, being on their cell phone or constant daily socializing while making it look as if they were working. Employees are allowed to be arrogant, rude and sarcastic to other employees and it is OK with Management and HR.

Enjoyed the job responsibilities, but was not appreciated for the hard, dedicated work.
I learned that I should have been a brown noser.

What is the best part of working at the company?
I can honestly say the only good thing is the benefits. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The entire customer support department is rude and disrespectful. They do not welcome new people, everyone is out for themselves and will be nice to your face and talk about u to everyone else and management. Management for the department supports bullying which is completely uncalled for. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Uncomfortable, basically feel like ur working alone. No one else wants to answer the phone but then point the finger at you when somethings wrong. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Miserable. Even when working from home on ur wfh days they will make you feel isolated

This is a great company that truly invests in its employees. The benefits package is excellent, including wellness incentives that support employee health and well-being. The culture is positive and collaborative, with opportunities to get involved in company events and extracurricular activities.

There are strong opportunities for career growth and advancement, and employees may have the chance to work with international teams and travel to Europe. 

Overall, it's a supportive workplace with great benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong team environment.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The culture is very professional, yet family-oriented and friendly. Everyone is very welcoming while also holding high standards.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Stress will come with any position, this organization does a good job of working to mitigate that by encouraging camaraderie with team events. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
It is a quiet environment while also being open and collaborative. The culture is positive and forward-thinking. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I am fortunate to be able to interact with a wide variety of coworkers as well as outside groups that keep my days variable.

I would not recommend working in customer service under the current supervisor. Their board of directors informed everyone the company was slow and they may have to make cuts so I found a new job. I spoke with my supervisor and gave my notice, I was asked to leave before my last day and forced to use my earned PTO. The department in customer center is very toxic, a lot of gossip and drama. Even departmentally there seems to always be finger pointing and no real accountability. The only positive experience is that the company tries to do fun activities for the employees, they also have great insurance and inexpensive benefits.

One of the reasons I enjoy working for Wittenstein is that most days for me are different.  I get to wear many hats and enjoy the variety.  I truly do believe that management cares about the employees and I love the team I work for.  The hardest part of the job can be coordinating activities between us and Germany.  There are some tight deadlines on occasion.  At the end of the day, I feel the company takes great care of the employees from a compensation/benefit standpoint.  The accounting team is a fun group to work with.   I have really enjoyed my time here and hope to finish my career here.

I have enjoyed my years at WITTENSTEIN and have grown professionally.   The management team has meetings with employees 3 to 4 times a year to update on recent accomplishments and plans for future.   The company has earned a Great Place To Work certification.  The benefits are really good including bonuses and profit sharing for employees and wellness reimbursements.  The part I enjoy the most is the people and the variety in my work.   The culture is helping and collaborative.   The recent investment in an additional building and more machines shows that the parent company in Germany has growth plans for our company in Bartlett.   

Overall, this is a solid company that continues to grow. The organization is currently going through upgrades and procedural updates, with systems and processes gradually being improved. Some procedures are still developing, but progress is being made and changes are moving in a positive direction. The company shows an ongoing focus on improvement and long‑term growth, making it a stable place to work with opportunities for continued development.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Sales engineer 1 salary reported	$112,500 per year
Quality manager 2 salaries reported	$125,000 per year
Human resources generalist 2 salaries reported	$77,500 per year
Cnc operator 2 salaries reported	$30.50 per hour
Account specialist 2 salaries reported	$61,500 per year

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