Does Clearwater Paper pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Clearwater Paper employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Clearwater Paper. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Clearwater Paper?

63% of Clearwater Paper employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Clearwater Paper 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Clearwater Paper?

Machine Operator (20) , Converting Operator (5) , Analyst (3) , Converting (3) , E&I Technician (3) , Electrician (3) , Forklift Operator (3) , Equipment Operator (2) , General Laborer (2) , Intern (2) , Journeyman Electrician (2) , Line Lead (2) , Maintenance (2) , Maintenance Technician (2) , Manager (2)

What are the pros of working at Clearwater Paper according to real employee reviews?

"Good Pay and Team in the area" ((in 36 reviews)); "Some good benefits are left" ((in 32 reviews)); "Most of the people I worked with were great and friendly guys." ((in 23 reviews)); "Great coworkers." ((in 5 reviews)); "good money if your willing to work" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Clearwater Paper according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management, Value loyalty over skills, kind of rotting company back in 2016" ((in 16 reviews)); "Morale is low Corporate and upper management have been causing lots of problems at the lower levels." ((in 7 reviews)); "Many new faces mean constant training." ((in 4 reviews)); "Poor management poor leadership don’t care about how long you have worked there" ((in 4 reviews)); "Poor communication and mangers." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Clearwater Paper layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Clearwater Paper locations?

Lewiston , Spokane , Shelby , Elwood , Neenah , Oklahoma City , Las Vegas , North Las Vegas , Arkansas City , McGehee , Salt Lake City , Joliet , Fremont , Ladysmith , Green Bay , Charlotte , Raleigh , Houston , Menifee , East Hartford , Augusta , Spokane Valley , Arona

Clearwater Paper reviews

3.4

63% would recommend to a friend

(199 total reviews)

Arsen Kitch

62% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

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Clearwater Paper has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 199 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Clearwater Paper 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

199 reviews

4.0

Feb 6, 2023

Clearwater as a whole is great but...

Forklift operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company and benefits are top notch. Plus the pay. Welcoming environment for new hires.

Cons

The management. Lack of accountability for lame workers is a horrible problem. Go in and "sandbag" and you should have it easy.

4.0

Jan 25, 2023

great work

4th hand

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It is always a fun environment

Cons

The weather is very HOT

3.0

Nov 20, 2022

middle-lane

Division level

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great pay, opportunity, learning new things, flexibility (in the role), and many great lateral employees.

Cons

Major lack of communication, job expectations are way too large for the role, and inconsistencies between leadership. The department culture practice seems like they are out to get you for perceived threats to their position. Lack of appreciation/recognition for contributions and going above and beyond. The expectations are "it's their job, nothing special." It almost even gets to the point where they make you feel like no matter what you do, it is never enough.

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