Extremely high nepotism, disorganized and cutting corners to save money - Pharmacy Technician PharMerica Employee Review

1.0
5 Feb 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Friendly people. Pick your own schedule if you are per diem, which favors a student, bored housewife or someone supplementing their income with a side job.

Cons

High turnover. Saw many faces come and go. Low pay for the work and responsibilities in this industry. A cashier at Costco makes more. Food for thought. No pay raise or advancement as promised. Odd hours from swing shift to first shift to overnight in the same week + most weekends and holidays. You can say no to this as a per diem tech, but that means you get less hours and less hours means less pay. Can't live off that. Can't live off of barely $600 a month with no benefits. No benefits for per diem techs who usually worked as much as someone on the part time payroll with benefits. Extremely high nepotism in the workplace that favors a particular family because the boss is related to them (yes, mom, dad and daughter working the same shift). This family would take time off, vacations, breaks and lunch all at the same time and it would throw off the balance on the work floor, making workflow overwhelming for whoever is left to take care of it. Runs on the 2nd shift usually ended up late and drivers were always complaining. This resulted in lost business with many homes and hospitals.

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5.0
4 Jan 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Treat their employees very well. Good overall benefit package.

Cons

Changed PTO policy after I started and I lost PTO hours that I had been promised at hire. Lots of meetings that could be emails.

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3.0
25 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

One of the things that interests me most about PharMerica is the opportunity to support patients in long-term care settings while continuing to grow professionally. I appreciate that the company offers career development opportunities, educational support, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care. With my background in pharmacy and customer service, I believe I can contribute to providing accurate, compassionate service while continuing to learn and grow within the organization.

Cons

Some employees have reported challenges with management communication or consistency in leadership styles. As with many large organizations, experiences can vary by location and department. Having clear communication and a supportive manager can make a significant difference in the work

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