Does Sappi pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sappi employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sappi. This rating has decreased by 11% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sappi?

47% of Sappi employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sappi 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Sappi?

Customer Service Representative (9) , Machine Operator (8) , Engineer (5) , Process Operator (5) , Internship (4) , Maintenance Supervisor (4) , Technician (4) , E&I Technician (3) , Engineering Co-Op (3) , Industrial Mechanic/Millwright (3) , Intern (3) , Maintenance (3) , Process Engineer (3) , Production Operator (3) , Project Manager (3)

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

"Pay is good for the area" ((in 29 reviews)); "Benefits of the company are great" ((in 25 reviews)); "People I work with are great." ((in 18 reviews)); "Work balance and good salary" ((in 13 reviews)); "good work life balance" ((in 5 reviews))

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

"The place is an absolute dump with asbestos, leaking ceilings, wet floors, and 0 leadership to the employees." ((in 6 reviews)); "Long hours and little to no confirmation of contract renewal" ((in 5 reviews)); "Lack of work planning and communication." ((in 4 reviews)); "The management style can be a bit complex." ((in 3 reviews)); "No time off management stuck in 20 years ago" ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Sappi layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Sappi locations?

Cloquet , Westbrook , Portland , Skowhegan , Boston , South Portland , New York , Allentown , White Plains , Muskegon , Hinckley , Bangor , Duluth

Sappi reviews

3.1

47% would recommend to a friend

(225 total reviews)

Steve Binnie

66% approve of CEO

40% positive business outlook

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Sappi has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 225 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sappi 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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225 reviews

2.0

Sep 8, 2025

Do Not Recommend

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

- The mill keeps the surrounding areas of Maine working and supports many families. I appreciate the mill for this. - Benefits are ok, not the best, not the worst.

Cons

- The time off is not reflected from what they tell you when hired. That is all I will put about that. - Pay is subpar and even if they tell you there are bonuses; don't count on it. - They treat their employees like they are fully owned by the mill. - The mill needs a lot of work and a lot of upkeep and Sappi does not want to do permanent repairs. There are many band aids that are in place that will become dangerous if not rectified. Do not work here if you want a set time on and off schedule.

4.0

Aug 19, 2025

Good place to work

Customer service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Sappi is a stable company with friendly people and a safe work environment. There are chances to learn, but growth can be slow.

Cons

Small team, limited career growth and development opportunities.

4.0

Aug 9, 2025

good pay for an operator

Process operator

Recommend

CEO approval

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There are chances of growth

Cons

Company Finacial changes can affect fixed term employees very badly

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