SC Johnson reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(1,512 total reviews)
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78% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

SC Johnson has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,512 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The SC Johnson employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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2.0
Feb 17, 2015

A dysfunctional "Family Company"

Anonymous employee
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Pros

As a former employee of more than 10 years I was proud to be a part of the organization at least for the first 7 years. The company culture was supportive, relationship based, strong ethical values and beliefs that included employee benefits, work-live balance and profit sharing.

Cons

The last 3 years the company has gone through significant transformation in my opinion for the strengthening of profits. Plant closures, relocation of work force from the US to lower paying Asian and South American shared service centers. Large workforce reductions and outsourcing of labor which prior to the current CEO never occurred at this company, even during the depression era. Vast amounts of knowledge walking out the door, either by choice or not for other opportunities with good companies. The "transformation" of the company creating an almost hostile and corrosive culture and not one I would work in long term. Work-life balance went out the door as well with the expectation of US resources to work and be available 24/7 to support the less flexible other global regions.

4.0
Feb 12, 2015

Compensation was outstanding

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Well-compensated, beautiful facilities, great benefits, exercise facilities, gorgeous cafeterias, great daycare center, medical center, etc.

Cons

Everyone wants to stay there so turn-over is low and when there are staffing cuts; it can become quite competitive

2.0
Feb 10, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Strong brands in some categories. Pockets of sound visionary leadership who can handle the truth and who can develop the business AND people.

Cons

Promoting people in sales and marketing beyond their experience and potential to add value beyond the "yes man" role for senior leaders. Difficult culture and company to on-board with - no clear on-boarding or training commitment.

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