Does Sensient Technologies pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sensient Technologies employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sensient Technologies. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sensient Technologies?

69% of Sensient Technologies employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sensient Technologies 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 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 69 reviews)); "Good pay provides uniforms and boots" ((in 65 reviews)); "Many great people with great big" ((in 49 reviews)); "Many opportunities to explore various fields" ((in 25 reviews)); "good salary ... ... ..." ((in 21 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 43 reviews)); "Culture is poor and lacks accountability." ((in 27 reviews)); "Poor upper management do not provide clear expectations" ((in 15 reviews)); "Despite presenting as a corporate organization, my experience involved unclear role definition, inconsistent communication, and a high level of micromanagement." ((in 13 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

3.7

69% would recommend to a friend

(681 total reviews)

Paul Manning

76% approve of CEO

76% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (681 reviews)

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Sensient Technologies has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 681 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

681 reviews

4.0

Jul 19, 2017

Let go of the past

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company is moving in the right direction. It really values ownership- if you own your role and make progress, you can go far. Mistakes carry consequences, but that should be true anywhere. Your first mistake here won't be your last, contrary to some opinions.

Cons

Not for everyone. If you want to blend in and just get by, don't expect a long career here anymore. Watch out for those that think they will get ahead by stepping on others. There is less and less of that, but it lingers...

3.0

Jun 28, 2017

QC Technician

Qc chemist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good people to work with. Independent work culture. Good pay with seniority.

Cons

Unstable future. Local management not in control. Corporate management not trusted.

1.0

Jun 27, 2017

Worst place!!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nothing positive. Save yourself & avoid this place!!

Cons

Worst place to work. Do not even consider joining this nightmare.

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Jobs at Sensient Technologies

Packaging Operator - 3rd shift