Q&A With Harley-Davidson Employees
Harley-Davidson employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that’s geared toward their individual lifestyles – providing employees the freedom to choose the benefits that work best for them and their families. This includes, but is not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more! We believe employees do their best work when they are free to be themselves. This means our dress code is relaxed, and all types of work styles are welcome. Harley-Davidson is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer.
How employees describe working at Harley-Davidson
Had me quit my job to join their team. Then closed the building down on my way to work. Out of a job same day around time rent due
Both features and styling are nice
The quality and that it is American made.
seeing people happy as ever on their new bike,
My team always has your back, no matter what the circumstances.
What it's like to work at Harley-Davidson
- Harley-Davidson employees generally work 9.5 hrs a day
- Employees at Harley-Davidson report the work pace is comfortably fast
- 89% of Harley-Davidson employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Harley-Davidson employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 67% of Harley-Davidson employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Harley-Davidson employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
- 78% of Harley-Davidson employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Harley-Davidson Employees
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What do people at Harley-Davidson think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
They are very easy to talk to, but should offer yearly wage increases
He’s doing what needs to be done.
Very easygoing CEO but extremely knowledgeable and generous
How's the work life balance at Harley-Davidson?
Extremely busy during the summer season but still able to balance family life with work life
My experience says it is up to you to make it balanced. Nobody is checking on when you show up or leave although there are core hours of 9-3. You have the ability to work from home or remote locations when necessary. Bottom line is set your due dates, communicate and meet them.
There are no issues with work life balance. Family comes first
What's the company culture like at Harley-Davidson?
Have fun while working
Laid back
What benefits does Harley-Davidson provide?
Discounts on products, paid vacation time, 401k, medical, dental, vision insurance
Medical, dental, retirement, PTO
What's the office vibe like at Harley-Davidson?
Upbeat and positive
Positive and fun
What interview questions does Harley-Davidson ask?
Top Employee Response
Why do you want to work here
Customer service skills, motorcycle knowledge
What's the interview process like at Harley-Davidson?
Two interviews then if chosen for the position, an offer letter is sent to you.
Extensive with a background and drug test
What part of Harley-Davidson's business is growing fastest? What part is having difficulties?
The sport is growing however it needs more younger riders
I think bike sales are growing fastest but general merchandise is having some difficulties
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at Harley-Davidson?
Give yearly wage increases
Promote and recruit a younger generation
How's the vacation policy at Harley-Davidson?
Fairly liberal....3 weeks to start; 4 at 5 years
How often do employees get raises at Harley-Davidson?
Annually based on annual review.
How common is it to switch departments or teams at Harley-Davidson?
Normal is you’re chasing goals and opportunities.
What should I wear for an interview at Harley-Davidson?
Depends on which building you’re going to for the interview. Nice business casual would work. People in suits stand out as candidates as most places are jeans and button shirts.
How hard is it to get promoted at Harley-Davidson?
Not too hard if you’ve agreed to a development plan with your manager and you want to go from a engineer 1 to 2 or 2 to a Sr in the same role. Advancing from 1 position to a separate position still involves completing a development plan but additional managers tend to be involved.
What are the most important soft skills I need to be successful at Harley-Davidson?
Great customer service
How are the dental insurance options at Harley-Davidson?
Very reasonably priced and good coverage
How are the vision insurance options at Harley-Davidson?
It's very reasonably priced and good coverage
What kind of interview questions do they ask when hiring someone in the Operations department at Harley-Davidson?
They ask questions regarding customer service skills and knowledge of motorcycles
What kind of activities do employees at Harley-Davidson participate in outside of work?
Ride motorcycles and spend quality time with family and friends
How are the career growth opportunities on the Engineering team at Harley-Davidson?
I have been given chances to pursue six sigma certification all the way from green belt to master black belt; plenty of opportunities for project management experience as well as training and certification as an auditor. So, I’d say they were whatever you want to take advantage of. Part of the culture is for you to say where you want to go and what you want to be. My mangers have always supported any training or opportunities that came up for me to pursue in trying to reach my career aspirations.
What skills do you need to be successful in the Operations department at Harley-Davidson?
Knowledge in what sells and doesn't sell
Why work for Harley-Davidson?
It's a way of life
How are layoffs handled in the Operations department at Harley-Davidson?
We don't get laid off









