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 been stable over the past 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 (19) , 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 68 reviews)); "Good pay provides uniforms and boots" ((in 63 reviews)); "Many great people with great big" ((in 49 reviews)); "Many opportunities to explore various fields" ((in 23 reviews)); "good salary ... ... ..." ((in 20 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 27 reviews)); "Poor upper management do not provide clear expectations" ((in 16 reviews)); "I felt as thought the company, or the site in particular, sometimes lacked adequate management and leadership." ((in 11 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

77% positive business outlook

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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

1.0

Mar 10, 2025

Don’t don’t it

Sales representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There’s no pro at all.

Cons

The culture here is so toxic that it makes the military look like a vacation. At least in the military, there’s structure and a sense of purpose. Here? It’s pure chaos. Leadership operates with a ‘do as I say, not as I do’ mentality, micromanaging every aspect of your work while offering zero support. You’ll constantly be forced to take on responsibilities far beyond your job description, with no additional compensation or recognition. The turnover rate is through the roof for a reason—nobody with self-respect sticks around for long. If you value your sanity, run

5.0

Mar 9, 2025

A company that values its people and offers global opportunities

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Sensient Technologies prioritizes employee experience from day one, ensuring a smooth onboarding process. The company invests in career growth through coaching and development opportunities while fostering an open culture where employee feedback is valued. Employees also have opportunities to work across multiple countries, gaining international experience. Leadership balances business goals with a strong focus on people, creating a supportive and growth-oriented workplace. A great place for those seeking for professional growth within a supportive and people-focused environment.

Cons

A significant portion of the workforce is approaching retirement. Additionally, while the company is well established and stable, its market presence could be strengthened through enhanced branding efforts.

5.0

Mar 6, 2025

Positive Workplace

Account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Focused on growth and development of employees

Cons

Potentially less flexible than other employers

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Jobs at Sensient Technologies

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