Does Sensient Technologies pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sensient Technologies employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sensient Technologies. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sensient Technologies?

70% of Sensient Technologies employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sensient Technologies 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 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 70 reviews)); "Good pay provides uniforms and boots" ((in 51 reviews)); "Many great people with great big" ((in 45 reviews)); "Many opportunities to explore various fields" ((in 26 reviews)); "good salary ... ... ..." ((in 22 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 47 reviews)); "Culture is poor and lacks accountability." ((in 26 reviews)); "Poor upper management do not provide clear expectations" ((in 17 reviews)); "I felt as thought the company, or the site in particular, sometimes lacked adequate management and leadership." ((in 11 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

3.8

70% would recommend to a friend

(683 total reviews)

Paul Manning

77% approve of CEO

78% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (683 reviews)

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Sensient Technologies has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 683 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

683 reviews

5.0

Dec 13, 2018

Great Opportunties for Growth

Quality control manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This company has shown great opportunity for growth. Sensient takes the time to really develop best practices and values the opinion's of its staff. The on-boarding process definitely shows that they value the growth of the employees as well as the growth of the company. They have been the most accommodating company I have ever worked for and really want to create a solid foundation for new staff. This process has allowed me to fill confident and supported during my journey with Sensient.

Cons

Every work environment will have its ups and downs, that's the nature of any business working with people. Growing pains are needed for success.

5.0

Dec 12, 2018

Great opportunities for those that want to have a career.

Director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I have worked at four different companies in my career and Sensient is the most professional workplace of all. There is a focus on employee development and career planning that is refreshing and exciting. The employees treat each other with respect and everyone pulls together to get the job done. I feel like my work makes a difference and that I am a valued part of the team. Since I have been here I have seen positive changes and progression in the business, but the overall result is a strong business with a great future.

Cons

Some days are long and there are ups and downs with the market place and the business cycle, but hard work and dedication is rewarded.

5.0

Nov 16, 2018

Sensient is a company of numerous opportunities

Technical

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

At Sensient, you are given the chance to pursue various career paths that will help you better yourself and drive professional growth. You are challenged to think differently and make decisions, to become a well rounded individual. Due to the number of different markets Sensient services, there is a lot of cross-learning between business units.

Cons

Communication throughout the organization could be improved.

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