warehouse associate

mechanical assembler

field service technician

welder/fitter

machine operator

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited


I would not recommend this company as a place to work at this time. There are significant management challenges, and it's clear that poor decision-making has negatively impacted both employee morale and operational efficiency. High turnover, with many experienced employees leaving, has further compromised the company's ability to maintain consistent quality and productivity. Unfortunately, senior management lacks the necessary formal education for their roles, which has contributed to these problems.

Management seems to prioritize hiring less experienced employees at lower wages, rather than bringing in qualified individuals. This approach has resulted in operational inefficiencies and raised serious safety concerns that need urgent attention before they lead to a severe incident.

Communication between departments and shifts is also lacking, creating a competitive rather than collaborative environment, with shifts often working against one another instead of as a team.

Additionally, issues of nepotism and lack of accountability in one of the plants are discouraging for those who are genuinely trying to perform well. The product development process is painfully slow, with documentation and drawing errors that remain unresolved for months, creating frustration across the board.

Overall, the company's poor decision-making has severely damaged its reputation, as reflected in declining sales. It is a difficult environment to work in, and meaningful improvements are needed.

First of all I work the weekend shift, and every shift has not only different employees, but different management, so the conditions I describe apply to the weekend shift (and some friday office staff).  

I would say this is a great place to work.  So long as you know the basics they are willing to teach you, in fact they like people who come to learn and expand their horizons.  They also have an amazing safety attitude, with proper forklift and overhead crane training and usage, as well as fume hoods and respirators being available for all welders.  The management is also very kind and supportive.  When you make a mistake, they will give you pointers and advice rather than simply getting mad about it.  They also don't rush things, and aren't afraid of giving you the time you need to complete things properly.  They also offer quite a lot of events and things to promote company engagement.  The only possible downside I can think of right now is that their hourly pay isn't as high as others, however they have really great benefits and more vacation than even the federal government offers, so unless your not into that type of thing, it makes up for it.  They also have dedicated employee parking that is fenced in with a gate and barbed wire, plus lockers. So your vehicle is very safe, and you can leave your work stuff at work, rather than lugging it home with you every day.

A typical day was filled with inventory review, control and ordering. Parts were coordinated between 4 company branches. Not having a mining or mine equipment background it was quite challenging to learn the parts systems and process of coordination. A new software and ordering process was installed in my time there and this was also a challenge not only for myself but for all levels of company employees. My cooworkers were very good to work with. The hardest part of the job was that this position, and all positions at MacLean Engineering were totally dependant on the mineral and mine market. Currently this volatile and unfortuneately due to necessary cut-backs myself and six other employees were laid off with no notice. I would consider the most enjoyable part of the job was the learning curve, learning a new industry and how it interplayed with other mines and business in our region which is heavily employed in the mining industry. Very interesting from that perspective.

Company has many many problems, Management very incompetent. The amount of unqualified people in Management positions is high. Making their Bonus is #1 priority everything else comes second.  Little communication between Management and Employees.  Employees are living just above the poverty line, Lots of people standing around waiting for parts not much work getting done due to lack of planning.  If you are a Machinist and set up a machine for 1/2 hour you only machine 1 part instead of 20 etc....  They don't stock enough common parts. The programmers have no clue what they are doing. The z value is set off some vise they used 15 years ago not programmed off the top or bottom of the part.  They don't even use the tapping cycle in a CNC lathe, that is done on a manual Machine after it has been "prepped"   The Company buys old used equipment 10+ years old that is obsolete. The Roof is leaking badly Rain pours in in some areas. They won't fix it. It is a very loud environment. The people that are good are fed up and Retiring early because of the BS. If you suggest a better way of doing things you get " Thats the way we always have done it"

MacLean's has provided every opportunity for me to grow professionally within the Engineering department. Support and mentorship is there if you seek it and rely on your peers. Maclean's has aggressive growth targets and is continuing to achieve them through increased sales, new projects, and technology developments. Communication and collaboration throughout the company is key for project and business success, individuals that have good communication and team work skills above their technical abilities will succeed within the company. The work within all departments is very fast paced and at times can feel very hectic with many competing priorities that can be challenging for people that can't "go with the flow". Overall MacLean's is a great family company that treats people as individuals and provides many opportunities throughout one's carrier. 

MacLean Engineering is an excellent employer with extensive room to grow internally. They take liking to individuals who want to learn and grow. Everything is designed, manufactured, tested, and troubleshot in the same facility allowing for individuals to gain exposure to all aspects of a large scale project. HR and management often make credible efforts to recognize and appreciate the work of the staff with raffles, free lunches, etc. Everyone in the company meshes well with each-other in one way or another making work something to look forward to each day. I would recommend MacLean Engineering to anyone as an excellent career opportunity. Employees are rewarded for hard work, and have plenty of opportunity to grow within the company which is evident from numerous employees. I have learned so much both in and out of my field of education and continue to do so on a regular basis. 

For those individuals seeking growth and long-term development Maclean's has no shortage of opportunities.  I began my Maclean career just over 11 years ago as an entry level apprentice, through the years I progressed onto new roles with increasing responsibility, up to my current Supervisory position.  While not everything has been perfect, and you can't expect them to be.  Sometimes you have to weather a bit of storm together and when you do it makes everyone stronger.  Maclean's is committed to the growth and development of not only its people, but the company itself.  I can truly say that today was better than yesterday and that the commitment to an inviting, positive, safety orientated culture has never been stronger. 

With a factory culture of safety, Macleans provides a fast paced workplace with opportunities for advancement. This all Canadian family business has grown over the last 50 years to be an industry leader of electrified mining vehicles. With full time positions, employee benefit packages, and approachable management, working at this company feels as if you're part of a community. With completely in-house design and fabrication there are many positions with a wide range of required skill-sets. Additionally, the company has non-discrimination policies, and everyone is welcome. With paid vacations, yearly staff lunch events (Sandwiches, Holidays, Pizzas, BBQ, etc), and yearly wage reviews, it makes Macleans a great place to work. 

This company has so many problems I don't know where to start ...

The upper management are the biggest issue, arrogant and utterly inexperienced are probably the best words to describe how they run the business. It is simply a dictatorship in motion managed by continuous Lay-offs threats to attempt to control the shop floor and offices having an opinion on how ineffectively they run the company. 

This constantly affects the staffs moral and people leave regular because of it. They have no idea on how to treat people at all.

So many people who have already worked there have stated all the problems above on the Indeed site previously and MacLean keep trying to hide all the previous 1 star reviews that have been left on the reviews section by changing their account etc on Indeed .... Please stay well away from this company, it will suck the life force out of you !

Human Resources Specialist are on CAD$140,000 and they are interviewing prospective recruits for a paltry $22?
The workplace is dirty, noisy and dangerous, (in spite of the presence of their highly-touted Safety Advisor) compensated on CAD100,000 per annum.
A typical day requires that you punch in a few minutes early, although office staff arrive whenever it pleases them.
I have learned this company is best avoided and that my future will be better working at McDonalds Restaurant.
The management are isolated in an ivory tower.
The most difficult part of the job was accepting such a low wage for my hard, earnest efforts.
The most enjoyable part of the job was most definitely GOING HOME every day! 
 

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