Does Ascend Performance Materials pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ascend Performance Materials employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ascend Performance Materials. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ascend Performance Materials?

35% of Ascend Performance Materials employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ascend Performance Materials 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ascend Performance Materials?

Engineer (22) , Operations (12) , Chemical Operator (8) , Intern (8) , Manager (8) , Process Operator (8) , Processor (8) , Manufacturing Engineer (6) , Operator (5) , (4) , Anonymous (4) , Chemical Engineer (4) , Maintenance (4) , Maintenance Technician (4) , Process Technician (4)

What are the pros of working at Ascend Performance Materials according to real employee reviews?

"great people and working 4/10s" ((in 46 reviews)); "The benefits are good." ((in 31 reviews)); "Salary is competitive." ((in 9 reviews)); "Coworkers good." ((in 8 reviews)); "Good work environment from the other coworkers" ((in 8 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Ascend Performance Materials according to real employee reviews?

"bonus? yeah don't even think about it, like others said, no bonus for 2 years now" ((in 13 reviews)); "new so dealing with growing pains, poor communication" ((in 11 reviews)); "Work life balance, 401K weak" ((in 10 reviews)); "Work/home life is non existent unless you're on top of the OT list, leadership is abysmal." ((in 9 reviews)); "Nothing will change for the better as the upper management avoids changing anything." ((in 8 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ascend Performance Materials layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Ascend Performance Materials layoffs and their outlook for job security at Ascend Performance Materials in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Ascend Performance Materials locations?

Houston , Pensacola , Alvin , Decatur , Greenwood , Chocolate Bayou , Cantonment , Foley , Greenville , New York , Norman , Raleigh , Keller , Liverpool , Pearland , Gonzalez , Curl Tex Colonia

Ascend Performance Materials reviews

3.0

35% would recommend to a friend

(386 total reviews)

Patrick Schumacher

16% approve of CEO

6% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (386 reviews)

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Ascend Performance Materials has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 386 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Ascend Performance Materials employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

386 reviews

1.0

Aug 6, 2015

Unprofessional HR Group

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company offers great benefits.

Cons

There is not an open door policy with HR. If you report concerns with HR, there will be repercussions.

Ascend Performance Materials Response

10y

Feedback on the HR team is important to us even if you are no longer with our team as your comment notes. I have responsibility for this team and I would welcome the opportunity to talk with you about your experience if you are comfortable reaching out. My direct contact information is moneal@ascendmaterials.com and 713-315-5795 office/direct. All the best - Malcolm

1.0

Jul 15, 2015

HR Running the Show

Supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

No many; unless you keep your mouth shut and don't get on HR's bad side. Good employees, scared to open their mouths.

Cons

Local HR runs the place, not sure how they got to the top but don't make them mad. Now on our 3rd plant manager since HR showed up. Once they understand the mindset and start questioning the ethics, job knowledge and hours worked, some how they end up leave. Hope the next one knows whose toes not to step on

Ascend Performance Materials Response

10y

While I don’t know the specifics of your concerns, I am reminded of a quote from Simon Sinek: “To earn trust we must extend trust.” Thank you for sharing your experience. If and when you are comfortable reaching out, I would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust. All the best, Malcolm (moneal@ascendmaterials.com, 713-315-5795 office/direct)

1.0

Jul 7, 2015

Unprofessional HR Dept

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Decent wages and average benefits for this company. Helpful co-workers with years of experience, knowledge and dedicated to their jobs.

Cons

HR Dept rules by Intimidation, Harassment and Bullying techniques to cover up the lack of knowledge on how to handle day-to-day answers. Employees should be able to go the HR Dept with confidence that their issues are held in the utmost confidential manner. NOT IN THIS DEPARTMENT.

Ascend Performance Materials Response

10y

Feedback on the HR team is important to me as I have responsibility for this team. I would welcome the opportunity to talk with you about your experience if you are comfortable reaching out. My direct contact information is moneal@ascendmaterials.com and 713-315-5795 office/direct. Understandably, you might feel more comfortable talking with someone outside of HR; in that case I have every confidence that any of the leaders in Decatur are open to hearing your concerns directly. All the best - Malcolm

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Jobs at Ascend Performance Materials

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