A. O. Smith reviews

3.8

77% would recommend to a friend

(386 total reviews)

Stephen M. Shafer

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78% positive business outlook

A. O. Smith has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 386 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The A. O. Smith 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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386 reviews
4.0
Jul 16, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Kind and gentle company culture: no one will cuss you out or scream at you Consistent earnings and job security Did the "right" thing to help employees

Cons

Pay is average to lower side of market rate Heavy workload for supervisors

4.0
Jul 2, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

AO Smith stands out for its excellent work culture, where teamwork, learning, and support from management are strongly emphasized. The environment is professional yet friendly, making it easy to grow both personally and professionally. One of the biggest advantages is the compensation – the pay scale is above industry standards, which adds significant motivation and financial stability.

Cons

The main drawback is the frequent travel involved in the role, which can be physically and mentally taxing over time. For those who prefer a more stable or office-based routine, the constant movement might affect work-life balance. While the experience gained is valuable, the travel intensity may not suit everyone in the long run.

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