Does Sensient Technologies pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sensient Technologies employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sensient Technologies. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sensient Technologies?

69% of Sensient Technologies employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sensient Technologies 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Sensient Technologies?

Sales (20) , Sales Account Manager (18) , Manager (15) , Account Manager (13) , Customer Service Representative (10) , Intern (9) , Director (8) , Sales Manager (8) , Application Technologist (7) , Chemical Operator (7) , Production (6) , Anonymous (5) , Applications Technologist (5) , Chemical Operator II (5) , Regulatory Affairs Specialist (5)

What are the pros of working at Sensient Technologies according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are good and they try to do things that help employees." ((in 64 reviews)); "Good pay provides uniforms and boots" ((in 61 reviews)); "Many great people with great big" ((in 48 reviews)); "Many opportunities to explore various fields" ((in 27 reviews)); "good salary ... ... ..." ((in 19 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Sensient Technologies according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management that have no skills or styles other than micro managing with a different day different attitude." ((in 46 reviews)); "Culture is poor and lacks accountability." ((in 25 reviews)); "Poor upper management do not provide clear expectations" ((in 17 reviews)); "Despite presenting as a corporate organization, my experience involved unclear role definition, inconsistent communication, and a high level of micromanagement." ((in 12 reviews)); "4. Manager will watch you closely and it looks like you are thief." ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Sensient Technologies layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Sensient Technologies locations?

Saint Louis , Hoffman Estates , Turlock , Milwaukee , Chicago , Indianapolis , Livingston , Amboy , South Plainfield , Juneau , Harbor Beach , Merced , Sauget , Lake St Louis , Jersey City , New Brunswick , Newark , Carpentersville , Hoffman , New York , Minneapolis , Avon , Murphys , Los Angeles , Winton , Livermore , Hamburg , Mexico Beach , Turkey

Sensient Technologies reviews

3.7

69% would recommend to a friend

(682 total reviews)

Paul Manning

76% approve of CEO

76% positive business outlook

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Sensient Technologies has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 682 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sensient Technologies 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

682 reviews

4.0

Oct 9, 2018

On The Right Track

Employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Sensient is a company with strong core technical capability in Flavors and Fragrances. The company's leadership is strongly committed to core values I align with - food safety/people safety, integrity and professionalism. Leadership also believes in accountability, and is willing to make difficult decisions in order to put those values in action. Sensient is big enough to support structure and process, yet small enough to get your arms around and impact positive change in support of the company's strategy and goals. Action-oriented culture. A good place for people who like to make things happen (and not a good place for people who want to wait to see which way the wind is blowing).

Cons

Not much openness to working from home. Business formal dress code. Many business processes are still in their infancy - organizational maturity going in the right direction, but still some growing pains ahead of us.

5.0

Oct 8, 2018

Hope you have your passport ready?

New product development

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Truly an international company. I have had the opportunity to travel all over the world meeting colleagues and customers alike in my technical role over the last 8 years. There is a culture to always find the cutting edge and commercial advantage, which has given me the chance to work on some truly exciting and varied projects. No day as ever felt the same. There is a strong encouragement to communicate and share knowledge with colleagues in our many laboratories, production sites and offices all over the world. This has given me an amazing global view in my area of expertise. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing my work being used all over the globe. A deeply satisfying experience. I’ve always found if I prove my worth within the company, there is support, guidance and encouragement to grow my skills.

Cons

Don't expect to sit around idle. When you show you're able and willing they will keep piling on the opportunities to keep proving yourself.

4.0

Sep 26, 2018

Negative reviews are from negative people

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I have been with Sensient for almost 2 years now. It is absolutely a tough company to work for without a doubt. However, if you are a hard worker, aren't afraid of being challenged, and want opportunities to grow, this is the place for you. I've read the negative comments from disgruntled former (and some possibly current) employees. The majority of people who work at Sensient are good people who try every day to make it a better place for each other while keeping shareholders happy. You will not be bored at Sensient and you will grow if you want it and work for it.

Cons

Sensient has old fashioned values and policies. On the other hand, that is part of what makes it great. Integrity and respect. If you don't have it, this is not the place for you.

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