Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)

All employees, reportedly, have "ample opportunities for advancement." Informants appreciate "the opportunity to be involved in exciting new projects with very little red tape." And most positions, especially in accounting and production engineering, offer "a high degree of autonomy and independence."

Home sweet home

ADM's perks and the salaries receive high marks. "I find ADM a comfortable, inviting, and at the same time exciting atmosphere," reports one individual. Indeed, our insiders consider ADM their "home away from home." Unfortunately, the domestic life can get a little lonely. Insiders wish they had "more opportunities to interact with one another," and especially "with employees in other divisions." While "no two days are the same," the change and competition can sometimes seem "overwhelming." At the same time, employees look forward to the company's "daily challenges." Not surprisingly, different ADM offices vary in terms of environment, attitude, and work ethic. The universal theme, however, is "tremendous efficiency and employee pride."