Pros: They started the 12-hour shifts with mandatory group calisthenics, done for about 10-15 minutes. This was an interesting concept to help prepare workers for long 12-hour shifts of standing the whole time.

Cons: Worked in an Intel 300mm wafer Fab as a Manufacturing Technician. Semiconductor Fab Manufacturing Techs were assigned only 1-2 processes to do for an entire 12-hour shift and would not be allowed to cross-train into other processes for up to 2 years. In other Semiconductor Fabs, 2 years would be adequate time to cross-train across multiple manufacturing platforms. It takes a very, very long time to become thoroughly trained in the Fab at Intel; they are way too overboard in their drive to be sure Techs know "how to do it right" before advancing the Techs. The excessively lengthy time for cross-training results in burnout and disproportionate competition amongst the Techs. For that reason, I left Intel for better, much more progressive Semiconductor Fab opportunities.

Pros: Good pay. Good hours. Great management. Room for growth. Tuition help if you’re an engineer.

Cons: Green badges make half of what blue badges make.

Pros: Health benefits and ESPP are good.

Cons: You will never deal with more stress and diminish your health.