I’m trying to wrap my head around the fact that our new purpose slogans are all these military esq phrases “take the hill” “run together” etc. who told them these were inspiring phrases that were going to get us all excited about our purpose? And I... — read more 

thought maryann was going to drop a bo-b on us during the latest insight forum….no mention of this though, right? heard rumors on selling off smaller refineries, purchasing a new big gulf coast refinery…any more news on the pipeline?

Where would Marathon rank in the employee survey of best Fortune 500 companies if they put it out in 2026?

Any chance the last two CEO’s were planted by the investors? They both run this company like they want to bleed it out and then sell it to someone who may have pushed for them to get to the top.

Post recently deleted on purchasing a third Gulf Coast refinery and selling off smaller Mid Con refineries. Go back to January thread on the following post: Something is on the Refining Horizon.. Where there is smoke, there is fire.

Anyone heard any planned changes to HR or Communications with new CHRO?

Likely those who follow any news or updates could think twice about ever working at a refinery during times of War. Companies know they will have to bump up the money to meet the rising risks in order to keep employees and have multiple quick back... — read more 

what’s maryann talkin bout?? we’re making massive profits off of the war, i’d assume the company would be flush with cash. any layoffs or reorgs coming?

Thoughts on the all employee meeting? Lots of pretty words from people that don't mean them?

Should I take this as a good sigh? Or is it just the usual calm before the storm?

It was an arduous and painful seven years with her at the HR helm. Good riddance!

Ever sat in a meeting where someone declares that your company is “growth-hacking” and “working at the intersection of cross-collateralization and blue-sky thinking” and called bullsh-t? Turns out you were right. A new study out of Cornell... — read more 

Several S&P companies, such as Stryker crippled by Iran-linked hacker attack. Was MPC also targeted?

I’d be curious to see what people feel like the safety culture of the company is today? Better or worse than it used to be?

Looks like our bonuses will be paid at 143%

Have to say, morale is as bad as ive seen it in a decade. Marathon has managed to take a happy and prosperous workforce and completely svck the fvcking life out of it. Gone are the days of site independence, now everything is handed down by corporate... — read more 

Anything to do with oil seems to be going quickly to Venz. A race for the money. Chevr. already in the game.

when will bonus for 2025 being distributed? Will bonus being adjusted (up/down) based on refinery performance? what are the benefits of being rated as extraordinary results/role model?

Excitement is brewing over the huge Venz Oil possibilities since it holds the worlds largest oil reserves. Temptation to move all assets there could be lucrative. Better make sure any new contract covers overseas relocation and exact wording in new... — read more 

I hope salary folks are watching the offer Marathon is proposing to hourly people. USW/NOBP CONTRACT UPDATE 2/1/26 Well folks, the situation is definitely not great. Here is the latest: 4yr contract 4%, 3.5%, 3.5%, 4% $2500 signing bonus No COLA... — read more 

I've seen it. You've seen it. Quad. Levi. Etc. Trading and SDP moving in phases to Houston... Executives starting to list their homes in Findlay. Has anyone else been hearing the whispers of moving HQ? I've now heard it from people in a few different... — read more 

Hearing rumors of something big coming 2Q26 - refining specifically, possibly selling refiner(y)ies or a big restructure. Anybody hear anything big?

I’m at a loss. Don’t even know what to say.

In a surprising move, our CEO has appointed a new hotshot CFO with a global business background, replacing a seasoned executive with years of experience at MPC and MPLX. This change could be a response to performance concerns or may signal a... — read more 

Is this going to be an interesting year as it relates to Marathon Oil layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?

anyone get notified yet on if you’re getting a grade bump? assuming directors have either approved or are reviewing nominations

EVs in America make up 10 percent of new car sales. In 15 years what does our industry look like? Will they get rid of Galveston bay?

Considering joining

does anyone have the scoop on how CDF placements will impact individual contributors? assuming this won’t affect pay grade and IC’s will simply be categorized based on role and pay grade. seems to be more of a naming exercise.

Who else is “glad to be here”? Has it came to your refinery yet?

Truthful comments solve problems. Businesses who spent time zapping away the truth only cheat themselves. Be open to both negative and positive views.

for individual contributor engineers, rumor is that our managers will be entering recommendations for grade bumps by mid-october and promotions will be occurring in november (not sure if early/mid/late in the month). can anyone confirm or add... — read more 

when do managers/directors start conversations for which engineers should be promoted to the next pay grade? any details on how this process works? i believe promotions are in july/december and the conversations start in may/october. can anyone... — read more 

Rockies buyout??

Tariffs are making it hard for any business to plan ahead. Layoffs and buyouts are now familiar words we hear only at other businesses so far.

Watcha hearing? 10%?

Does anyone know the last day for the fleet in Saint Paul park MN?

How many managers can we cut and still run smoothly? Actually, let me rephrase that - how many LAYERS of managers? How many of them are just meeting-hoppers with barely any direct reports? What exactly is their purpose in the company? Someone, please... — read more 

I know working here can be exhausting. It’s become less rewarding over time, and opportunities for advancement are few and far between. Still, the pay and benefits are decent, there’s at least some investment in the workforce, and if you’re lucky... — read more