Is International Paper a good company to work for?

International Paper has an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5, based on over 3,125 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months. 48% of employees would recommend working at International Paper to a friend and 35% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about International Paper have been left by employees working as Human Resources , Intern and Financial Analyst .

Does International Paper pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, International Paper employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at International Paper. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at International Paper?

48% of International Paper employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated International Paper 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at International Paper?

Machine Operator (142) , Financial Analyst (34) , Manager (34) , Intern (32) , Maintenance Technician (32) , Estagiário (30) , Process Engineer (30) , Engineer (26) , Reliability Engineer (26) , Customer Service Representative (25) , Sales Representative (22) , REACH Engineer (21) , Business Analyst (17) , Forklift Operator (17) , Laborer (16)

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

"Pay is good you train and set up usually two jobs above your base job." ((in 381 reviews)); "good benefits and vacation leave" ((in 228 reviews)); "workers are great people to work with and are dedicated to doing a good job." ((in 158 reviews)); "Good opportunities with a stable company" ((in 52 reviews)); "Salaries are good but you must know your value to the organization and be firm when it's time to negotiate your compensation." ((in 50 reviews))

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

"No work life balance work at a lot of 12s and Saturday" ((in 106 reviews)); "Poor management and lack of organization" ((in 105 reviews)); "Can be long hours and weekends" ((in 90 reviews)); "you will work long hours and come in on your days off but that's manufacturing" ((in 38 reviews)); "Very hit or miss on whether or not you will get a good or bad manager." ((in 35 reviews))

What are employees saying about International Paper layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed International Paper locations?

Memphis , Savannah , Selma , Georgetown , Orange , Bogalusa , Pensacola , Beaverton , Rome , Prattville , Mansfield , Columbus , Indianapolis , Eastover , Aurora , Ticonderoga , Valliant , Campti , Minneapolis , Vicksburg , Cedar Rapids , Charlotte , Streetsboro , Courtland , Louisville , Pine Hill , Franklin , Delaware , Eaton , Atlanta

International Paper reviews

3.3

48% would recommend to a friend

(2,303 total reviews)

Andrew Silvernail

35% approve of CEO

35% positive business outlook

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International Paper has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 2,303 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The International Paper 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

2K reviews

5.0

May 9, 2015

Successful company committed to safety, people development, and doing business with integrity.

It business analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Internal movement is encouraged and championed. The company has strong leadership and people development processes. It is the market leader in most markets segments it competes in. Good 401k plan. Has proven success in declining markets and above market growth in growing markets. Stock price has increased in the last 5 years. Values clear expectations. Easy-going about sick days and personal appointments during work hours. International opportunities.

Cons

Slow vacation growth. Underperforming and non-core businesses seem always at risk of being sold. Facilities are located in remote locations which can discourage internal movement.

1.0

Mar 26, 2014

NO work/life balance - Good luck planning weekends

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The plant is close to home.

Cons

Poor management, scheduling, hiring, communication, etc has made for a long term career of missed weekends and evenings with family and friends. Telling us at the last minute whether or not we have to work late or on weekends is completely unacceptable. You leave employees without any true opportunity to catch their breath or have a life outside work.

2.0

Jul 2, 2013

Temple-Inland was a great company, until IP bought it

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

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Pros

I wouldn't really consider it a "pro" (but it seems like many employees do) you don't really have to do any work, and you won't get fired.

Cons

No one wants to really work, and that makes it hard to get work done, especially if you are relying on others. VERY compartmentalized, very little chance of cross-training. Company is headquartered in Memphis.

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