Does Benchmark Electronics pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Benchmark Electronics employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Benchmark Electronics. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Benchmark Electronics?

41% of Benchmark Electronics employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Benchmark Electronics 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 2.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Benchmark Electronics?

Engineer (15) , Buyer (9) , Manufacturing Engineer (9) , Program Manager (9) , Test Technician (9) , Mechanical Engineer (7) , Intern (6) , Planner (6) , Production Assembler (6) , Supply Chain Analyst (6) , Test Engineer (6) , Production (5) , Quality Engineer (5) , Anonymous (4) , Machine Operator (4)

What are the pros of working at Benchmark Electronics according to real employee reviews?

"Good people to work with" ((in 37 reviews)); "Good benefits, pays decent but could be better, cheap when it comes to raises" ((in 21 reviews)); "The coworkers there are a great source of knowledge and very friendly overall." ((in 17 reviews)); "Great work environment." ((in 15 reviews)); "Nice colleague and quite relax to be fair" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Benchmark Electronics according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and run by bunch of financial folks who have no idea of engineering solution or customer satisfaction" ((in 40 reviews)); "Low pay constant overtime" ((in 24 reviews)); "Absentee Management in some areas as some managers are taking nearly 30 days off per year even though company policy is 10" ((in 16 reviews)); "Poor leadership" ((in 13 reviews)); "No trainings were scheduled during the time I worked at Benchmark." ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about Benchmark Electronics layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Benchmark Electronics locations?

Winona , Rochester , Angleton , Concord , Tempe , Phoenix , Huntsville , Nashua , Moorpark , Fremont , Santa Ana , Austin , Minneapolis , Scottsdale , Dallas , Houston , San Jose , Dunseith , Newark , Glendale , Mesa , Rochester , Round Rock , Brazoria , Lake Jackson , Texas City , Lewiston , Minnesota City , Anaheim , Calabasas

Benchmark Electronics reviews

3.0

41% would recommend to a friend

(473 total reviews)

Jeff Benck

55% approve of CEO

39% positive business outlook

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Benchmark Electronics has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 473 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Benchmark Electronics 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

473 reviews

1.0

Aug 23, 2024

Micromanage

Supply chain specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

flexible working hours - not sure

Cons

Many manual jobs and work - Micromanage all your personla activities including buying food

Benchmark Electronics Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback and for being a dedicated member of the Benchmark team for nearly a decade. We appreciate your honesty and take your comments seriously. We understand that feeling micromanaged can impact your work experience, and we're committed to fostering a more trusting and empowering environment. We encourage open communication between employees and management to ensure everyone feels valued and respected. If you're open to it, we would love to hear more about your experience and any specific suggestions you may have. Please reach out to HR or your manager to discuss how we can better support you and address your concerns. If you’d prefer, you can leverage our EthicsPoint Hotline (secure.ethicspoint.com) to communicate issues and concerns associated with unethical activities safely and honestly to maintain your anonymity and confidentiality. Your feedback is vital as we strive to make Benchmark a great place to work for everyone. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. Together, we can make positive changes.

3.0

Jul 14, 2024

Good place to get experience

Planner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good place to get experience and boost money since their OT pay High

Cons

No work life Balance They expect you work 24hours a day and 7 days a week

Benchmark Electronics Response

1y

Thank you for your review and for the time you've spent with us. We're pleased to hear that you find our company a valuable place to gain experience and appreciate the compensation for overtime work. We understand that work-life balance is crucial, and we regret to hear that you feel overworked. We aim to support our employees' well-being and encourage you to discuss scheduling concerns with your manager to find ways to better balance your work and personal life. We certainly do not expect any of our team members to feel overwhelmed and certainly do not expect anyone to work 24/7 (or feel like they are!). Your insights are important to us, and we are committed to making Benchmark a great workplace. Thank you for being so dedicated to our team.

4.0

Jul 11, 2024

Company environment

Hardware engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good environment Good work experience

Cons

-Micromanagement -Long Distance from City - No lunch possibility

Benchmark Electronics Response

1y

We appreciate your honest feedback regarding your experience as a Hardware Engineer at Benchmark in Almelo. We're happy you appreciate the work environment and the experience you're gaining with us. We value your contribution to our company and are committed to ensuring a positive work experience for all our employees. Your input is instrumental in helping us grow and improve. Your feedback about micromanagement will be shared with our leadership team. We believe in empowering our employees and will look into the management practices in your department. We also understand that the location and amenities can significantly impact your daily work life, and we will consider possible improvements in these areas. Thank you for being a part of our team.

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