Q&A With The Michaels Companies Employees
Michaels is proud to recruit and hire current military members, veterans and their families to work here. The training, discipline and leadership skills instilled through military service are outstanding, and we consider ourselves lucky to build upon that foundation of excellence and help you further your career.
How employees describe working at The Michaels Companies
It was amazing until my hours started to get reduced
Great company to work for, great people to work with. Keep in mind a bad manager can make or break your personal experience.
Our local team. The culture is non-existent anymore but at least they pretend to care, the environment is what you make it. Mostly gray and hot.
They need to be held accountable while at work and expected to complete tasks.
Dont pay "middle management" enough. Over worked dont let enough employees to work to actually keep a store functional. Over pay CEOS but wont give managers their bonus.
What it's like to work at The Michaels Companies
- The Michaels Companies employees generally work 8.0 hrs a day
- Employees at The Michaels Companies report the work pace is extremely fast
- 78% of The Michaels Companies employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- The Michaels Companies employees most often take 0-10 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 37% of The Michaels Companies employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- The Michaels Companies employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
- 55% of The Michaels Companies employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With The Michaels Companies Employees
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What unique perks and benefits does The Michaels Companies provide?
different for full and part time
Employee discounts. Fun atmosphere.
How do I do well in an interview at The Michaels Companies?
Be yourself but also be upbeat and positive and show them that you know the merchandise and consumer policies
Have a positive attitude and smile.
How long do the interviews usually take at The Michaels Companies?
15 minutes
About 30 minutes.
How would you describe your overall experience interviewing at The Michaels Companies?
extremely positive, applied online without any hiring signs, was called for interview the next day and was hired
It was a good interview. I was only a little nervous.
What should I wear for an interview at The Michaels Companies?
casual
Business casual.
How would you compare interviewing at The Michaels Companies to other places you've interviewed?
Very relaxed and human
It was very pleasant.
What was the most difficult question that was asked during your interview at The Michaels Companies?
nothing
If I had any experience in retail.
Who did you meet with during your interview? And how long did it take to hear back from The Michaels Companies?
met with the front end manager and was hired right then
I met with the store manager and assistant manager. They responded in about two weeks that I had the job.
What are the most important soft skills to be successful at The Michaels Companies?
Do your job correctly, show up on time and do not call out a lot.
How's the vacation policy at The Michaels Companies?
There is no paid vacation for regular employees, only management.
How hard is it to get promoted at The Michaels Companies?
If there is an opening and you qualify, they will promote you.
What kinds of community outreach does The Michaels Companies participate in?
Boys and Girls Club of America and some other charities.
Does The Michaels Companies drug test or do a background check?
Yes they do.
How long after an interview at The Michaels Companies does it take to hear back?
Less than a week.
How long does it take to hear back after applying to The Michaels Companies?
You should hear in about two weeks. If not, call the store and ask about your application.
What does the ideal candidate in the Customer Support department look like at The Michaels Companies?
They always do their best to make it right for the customers.
What kind of interview questions do they ask when hiring someone in the Operations department at The Michaels Companies?
do not know
What does the ideal candidate in the Operations department look like at The Michaels Companies?
someone who knows what we sell and where it is both in the store and in the stocking areas
How flexible is your work schedule at The Michaels Companies?
extremely
In your opinion, what are the most common interview questions that The Michaels Companies asks?
if you've worked retail or cash register, and your availability
What's the pay like for Customer Support roles at The Michaels Companies?
A little higher than other retail.
What's the vibe like in the Customer Support dept at The Michaels Companies? How many hours are you working?
It can be very busy. We all work under 30 hours per week.
What's the Customer Support team like at The Michaels Companies?
They try to help everyone.
How's the leadership on the Customer Support team at The Michaels Companies?
They are all very nice and helpful.
What questions do they ask during the interview process at The Michaels Companies?
What my availability was, experience and if I had any hobbies and liked crafts.







