Does Ingredion pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ingredion employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ingredion. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ingredion?

67% of Ingredion employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ingredion 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ingredion?

Estagiário (40) , Process Operator (20) , Intern (13) , Analista (12) , Manager (12) , Operador De Produção (12) , Auxiliar De Produção (11) , Lab Technician (11) , Operator (11) , Analyst (10) , Director (10) , Finance (10) , Financial Analyst (9) , Gerente (8) , Process Engineer (8)

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

"great work enviornment and people to work with" ((in 63 reviews)); "Benefits they offer are good" ((in 59 reviews)); "Pay and work are good" ((in 48 reviews)); "Good culture and people to work with" ((in 29 reviews)); "Salary is competitive but with constant emphasis on cutting costs, very difficult to advance here if you're not destined for management." ((in 19 reviews))

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

"We all clearly stated that their poor management and lack of knowledge was the reason for us leaving." ((in 36 reviews)); "sometimes no work life balance during staff movements" ((in 25 reviews)); "Unrealistic expectations paired with upper management that is out of touch and uninterested in working with with the employees." ((in 18 reviews)); "There was no clear direction within the business with lots of managers and directors pulling strings." ((in 14 reviews)); "Leadership spends 6" ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ingredion layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Ingredion locations?

Westchester , Bridgewater , Bedford Park , Chicago , Indianapolis , Tulsa , Cedar Rapids , North Kansas City , Kansas City , Winston-Salem , Belcamp , Stockton , Richland , Summit , Mapleton , South Sioux City , Downers Grove , Plover , Charleston , Argo , Bedminster , Edison , Jersey City , Monroe Township , New Brunswick , Newark , Brookfield , Plainfield , New Bedford , Bradford

Ingredion reviews

3.8

67% would recommend to a friend

(608 total reviews)

James Zallie

78% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Culture & values

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.3

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

Ingredion has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 608 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ingredion 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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608 reviews

1.0

Feb 8, 2025

Ingredion is 20 years behind other companies

Operations supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Plant operators are good to work with

Cons

Plant Mgr and most of the leadership team are inexperienced, unprofessional, and unethical

Ingredion Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your honesty and the time you took to provide us with your insights. We understand that senior management plays a crucial role in shaping the company culture and overall employee experience. We are committed to fostering a transparent and inclusive environment where all employees feel heard and valued. We recognize that there is always room for improvement, and we are dedicated to continuously enhancing our leadership practices. Your feedback is instrumental in helping us identify areas where we can do better. If you have specific concerns or suggestions, we encourage you to reach out to our HR department or participate in our upcoming feedback sessions. Your input is vital in helping us create a more supportive and effective workplace. Thank you again for your valuable feedback.

5.0

Feb 4, 2025

Great progression

Business development manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Competitive salary, great benefits, good progression

Cons

Heavy workload and stress, lots of night calls, traveling, no focus as company wants to do everything

Ingredion Response

1y

We’re glad to hear that you are satisfied with your compensation and benefits. We aim to provide a rewarding work environment and competitive packages. Thank you for your positive feedback!

1.0

Jan 27, 2025

Wouldn’t Recommend

Internal auditor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Depends on what team you are on, expect lots of turnover

Cons

Lack of independence, audit reports are basically approved by the CFO which is a huge red flag. Lack of diversity for positions above director level.

Ingredion Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your experience. At Ingredion, we strive to nurture an inclusive environment where every person belongs and feels supported by a community of talent, caring people. We value your feedback and will leverage as we continue to improve the employee experience.

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