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 64 reviews)); "Good pay provides uniforms and boots" ((in 61 reviews)); "Many great people with great big" ((in 48 reviews)); "Many opportunities to explore various fields" ((in 27 reviews)); "good salary ... ... ..." ((in 19 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 46 reviews)); "Culture is poor and lacks accountability." ((in 25 reviews)); "Poor upper management do not provide clear expectations" ((in 17 reviews)); "Despite presenting as a corporate organization, my experience involved unclear role definition, inconsistent communication, and a high level of micromanagement." ((in 12 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

(682 total reviews)

Paul Manning

76% approve of CEO

76% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (682 reviews)

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Sensient Technologies has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 682 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

682 reviews

1.0

Jun 3, 2026

No Growth, No Recognition, No Respect

Production

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is very low considering the exposure to chemicals and the nature of the work. Salary increases are minimal and do not keep up with the workload. There are almost no opportunities for professional growth or career development.

Cons

Employees are constantly pushed to work harder with little appreciation or recognition. Management shows little respect for workers and often ignores concerns raised by staff. The workload is excessive, communication is poor, and employee wellbeing does not seem to be a priority. Morale is low due to the lack of support and fair treatment.

1.0

Jun 1, 2026

Started with passion and left with depression

Planner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fruit once a week is nice Receptionist is lovely.

Cons

Toxic environment, complete and utter lack of training, promotions without merit or due process, lack of listening to employees. You do what they say even if you can articulate why that's wrong, then when it goes wrong you are in trouble for following their guidance. Restructure heaven. Great at having key employees suddenly become not employees without a goodbye.

2.0

Feb 25, 2026

Company great. MK not.

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

5 days a week. Nothing else to say

Cons

Very toxic and drained all enthusiasm out of me. Pleased to get away.

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