Does Firmenich pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Firmenich employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Firmenich. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Firmenich?

75% of Firmenich employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Firmenich 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Firmenich?

Intern (19) , Lab Technician (15) , Manager (13) , Estagiário (12) , Project Manager (10) , Internship (9) , opérateur de production (6) , Account Manager (5) , Analyst (5) , Marketing Intern (5) , Scientist (5) , Anonymous (4) , Assistente (4) , Chemist (4) , Customer Service Representative (4)

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

"great people at the place of business" ((in 53 reviews)); "benefits are a lot and company events are good" ((in 43 reviews)); "Good work / life balance if you are not scared for your job or motivated to advance quickly." ((in 27 reviews)); "Good salary & extra." ((in 16 reviews)); "Friendly colleagues and supervisor." ((in 14 reviews))

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

"poor management level" ((in 25 reviews)); "Limited opportunity to move up" ((in 9 reviews)); "Early shifts because managers come in super early" ((in 7 reviews)); "Upper Management needs helps" ((in 7 reviews)); "Nepotism and agism are also rampant." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Firmenich layoffs in 2026?

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

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Firmenich reviews

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3.8

75% would recommend to a friend

(450 total reviews)

Gilbert Ghostine

88% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Culture & values

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.2

Senior management

3.2

Career opportunities

Firmenich has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 450 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Firmenich employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

450 reviews

3.0

Aug 3, 2022

Used to be excellent, Becoming short term oriented

Project manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Salaries and benefits at arrival Some offices are great and take really good care of their employees Great products and clients

Cons

Lack of long term strategy Never ending transition phases Salary raises are becoming really rare Middle management only based on network Hard work becoming less and less rewarded Employee benefits are disappearing The company is short term oriented and only rely on quick benefits

Firmenich Response

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We are committed to investing in our people as well as rewarding their talent, leadership and performance. Your opinion matters to us and we will be sure to share your feedback with our teams

3.0

Aug 2, 2022

Great company, but needs improvement

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

People Work/Life balance Flexibility Rewarding

Cons

Low compensation Politics Not a meritocracy

Firmenich Response

Many thanks for your review of Firmenich! We will be sure to pass on your feedback to our teams.

4.0

Jul 31, 2022

Seems to be improving

Production analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good opportunity to gain skills in many different production areas. The company is learning about how to improve from bigger, more successful companies.

Cons

Occasional mandatory Saturday shift for production employees, but overtime is mostly voluntary. A lot of work to do (for everyone)

Firmenich Response

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! The development of our people is a key priority at Firmenich. We wish you much success in your current position.

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