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      Save yourself - Anonymous employee Charles River Laboratories Employee Review

      1.0
      Jan 24, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Only pro is the Water machine

      Cons

      - worst health benefits - no work/life balance - no support -lay offs every year - lack of training -management is clueless - only way to move up , is if you throw other people under the bus. - workload is not manageable

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      Charles River Laboratories Response
      3mo
      We appreciate your candid feedback. We’re committed to developing strong, supportive leaders who embody our values. Your comments are valuable as we continue to invest in leadership development and accountability.

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      5.0
      May 19, 2026
      Director
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Charles River is a company that truly works to improve people's health and well being. It's rewarding to work for a company with a great vision and mission. Leadership really cares about employees. Charles River offers many resources for employees. It's a great place to work!

      Cons

      Pay is slightly under the industry.

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      Charles River Laboratories Response
      1w
      We regularly review our compensation and benefits to ensure that we continue to provide total rewards that are market competitive, equitable, and aligned with industry standards. We appreciate feedback in this area and use it to help inform adjustments and planning.
      3.0
      May 19, 2026
      Research analyst
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Coworkers are people who make the time go by faster.

      Cons

      The pay is really low compared to everything on the market, yet they claim competitive pay. They do the bare minimum for employee benefits. The dental and health care are also not ideal plans.

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