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Q&A With XPO Employees
Do your best work in a positive environment with team support, competitive pay and personalized development. Our work is important, competitive and satisfying. We're looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our customers require. If you're ready to give us your best, let's talk. We'd like to invest in you.
How employees describe working at XPO
From my first day, I have felt supported. I've been given opportunities to own projects and advance my career. My colleagues are great to work with and we don't have to manage through a lot of politics.
Help build local office, bulid large book of business. Passed up by under performing rep multiple times for advancement. Was offered advancement, accepted then told that management didnt have authorization to make original offer
Review from Sales Dept
I really enjoy working at XPO but I am a little worried about the new company spinoff and what the future holds.
Review from Operations Dept
They are always available at anytime
Review from Operations Dept
I love the fast pace and analytical aspect of the day. My experience here is great!
Review from Operations Dept
What it's like to work at XPO
- XPO employees generally work 9.9 hrs a day
- Employees at XPO report the work pace is comfortably fast
- On a typical day, employees at XPO have 0 meetings
- 91% of XPO employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- XPO employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 67% of XPO employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- XPO employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
- 82% of XPO employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With XPO Employees
IDX: 0 TOT: 57
What is the dress code at XPO?
Top Employee Response
Long shorts or jeans and a T-shirt. No spaghetti straps, or undershirts with lace. It’s a factory but they still expect you to look presentable. No holes in clothing either.
Can women wear tight pants
Spandex pants
When are you supposed to get your first raise and XPO? I started about 4 months ago and I've heard a few different things.
Usually within 6 months.
So you get your raise 1 year from your 90 days
Once a year
Why work for XPO?
That all depends on what you’re looking for in the end
Good pto and benefits
The better question is "why did i ever consider working for XPO".
How are layoffs handled in the Operations department at XPO?
Top Employee Response
The company I had been working for all of a sudden came to a decision to close down, a lot of workers left not knowing what’s next the company posted signs saying they will not give employees severance for numerous reasons, & stated your reason had to be good in order to receive it, they start placing employees & job locations that doesn’t fit the employees schedules to which they had at first stating that the job is already filled, it’s so many hard working employees with children that sacrificed so much away time from their kids just to keep the job & to get a smack in the face is like wow!!! It’s like they are pressuring you to accept the placement so you don’t receive your severance package or some employees might have to file unemployment, the hours dropped drastically like never before to the point it’s not enough money to pay any bills, i just hope everyone decide wisely & I hope & pray that everything go right
Like a curb ball. HR department will set up an invitation after hours on Friday evening (around 7-8PM), expecting you to not respond, for 8AM Monday morning. You get a call from both your manager and HR Manager and they tell you that the company went under an organizational restructure and your position was eliminated. If you are laid off. Severance pay is below average (less than a month's pay for 5 years of service) and worse of all, XPO does not allow your manager to give you a recommendation letter nor can you use them as a reference. While employed, my experience was that upper management lacked guidance, mentorship and accountability. Clients objectives are not aligned with XPO's. As XPO's first priority is the bottom line. Therefore, all manager are overly optimized to manage multiple accounts and leaves them less bandwidth to actually manage their subordinates. I will echo what everyone else will say about this company, look for employment elsewhere.
When they don’t need you anymore it’s “bye bye !”
What's the work from home policy like at XPO?
I wanna know myself I think I would love this opportunity
It depends on your role but for the most part it’s nonexistent
Does XPO drug test or do a background check?
Yes and yes
Yes
How does XPO handle HR issues?
It depends on your HRG
They ignore them
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at XPO?
As xpo acquires more companies they forget about that company anf only focus on the big picture and not how much these business units do. Stop laying people off and show some support to the field.
There needs to be 1 Human Resources for the Portland Office, instead of multiple Human Resource groups that are all over the country. If there's a problem, there needs to be a group on site to handle it. Different problems handled with different solutions depending on your off site Human Resource group is causing dissention.
How difficult is it to maintain a social life while in your job at XPO?
That depends on the position. Hourly workers show up at 8 and leave at 5. Commissioned workers can do the same, but many come in earlier and leave later. This isn't consistent though. Some choose the 8-5 schedule if it works for them.
This last year it was very difficult. I'm glad that I wasn't a Deaconess starting the end of last year. There wasn't anyway I could have handled the responsibilities of Church Activities and work. I know that once the back log is caught up, I will be able to be involved again.
What are the team outings like at XPO?
A few dinners/drinks at bars and restaurants a month all paid for by management.
We've had several. One of the best has been to the Park. Not everyone played games but we all watched & encouraged them on. Lot's of laughter. There have been several meet ups at different Restaurants & bars. Loved the one time we all went out for Coffee or the time we went for Ice Cream. Ready to plan & do more of those.
How's the morale at XPO?
Very high! We're a market leader for a reason and it's largely due to the general happiness and satisfaction of the workers. We are taken care of, listened to, and supported. This leads to results when we show up to work.
That depends on the person. Most seem to be happy and are glad to be working there. Even the ones who know or think they know they're being let go, are working hard & are glad of their time at XPO Logistics. There's 1 that seems frustrated but some of that could be because of what's going on at home.
How much diversity is there among employees at XPO?
XPO is a very diverse workplace with various races, sexes, genders, orientations all represented.
Many races, many nationalities and many interesting characters. I think we have people from every corner of the planet.
How do I do well in an interview at XPO?
Do your research on the company and the position you're being hired for. Know your strengths and weaknesses. Listen and be friendly. Ask questions. Research generic interview prep. Show your interest. Don't stress!
I have a lot of experience with the Company having worked my way up from file clerk to a Senior A/R. I'm a people person, love to train others and enjoy it when they shine. I have a lot of back ground in how the company and industry works.
How can I get hired at XPO as a recent grad?
Can women wear tight pants or spandex
How long does it take to hear back after applying to XPO?
Within a week.
What's one thing you wish you'd known before joining XPO?
That I could have negotiated a higher starting salary.
What kind of people does XPO like to hire?
Individuals with great communication skills, a desire to learn, quick on their feet, friendly, open-minded, and ready to start a career.
How hard is it to get promoted at XPO?
It's very easy to get a promotion, usually within 6 months to a year. Show your interest in other positions, work hard and reliably at your current one, make friends with managers, and generally be a friendly person to be around and you'll find yourself promoted in no time.
How does XPO measure success and growth in the Operations department?
The less you do and don’t challenge anyone the better you are.
What skills do you need to be successful in the Operations department at XPO?
They NAT hires people none at all
How innovative is XPO?
They are behind but would like to try and lead the pack
How are the career growth opportunities on the Operations team at XPO?
At NAT and NPB not the best
What skills do you need to be successful in the Sales department at XPO?
Be cutthroat
How are layoffs handled in the Sales department at XPO?
Out of nowhere around the holidays
What are your coworkers at XPO like?
There are Nerds that like to play games and watch Sci-Fiction. There are some highly excitable and like to have fun. There are a few who are very quiet and reserve. It's a family with siblings, cousins and a few Moms.
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Should I work at XPO?
44% of XPO employees would encourage their friends to become coworkers, whereas 33% are neutral and 23% would not recommend working at XPO to their friends.
| 44% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 33% | Passive |
| 23% | Detractors |
