Amazing People, lackluster compensation - PE Sika Employee Review

3.0
27 Oct 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Great people to work with, culture is strong - Depending on role, travel and travel benefits are a plus - Hybrid work schedule if you are not in R&D

Cons

- Raises are minimal if existent, does not keep up closely with Cost of Living or Inflation rates - Pay compared to competition is very low for the same, if not easier work - PTO is only 2 weeks for new hires and only after 5 years do you get 3 weeks. Everything within the rules and culture aligns with the Swiss corporate headquarter structure EXCEPT the PTO.

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5.0
14 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great team, Great pay and benefits

Cons

Programs and plans need help.

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Sika Response
4mo
Thank you for your review of Sika, we are glad that you enjoyed our environment and team spirit and we wish you all the best in your future career.
3.0
14 May 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

-People here are great, I made friendships that go beyond the job. -The benefits are pretty good, employee contributions are on the lower end. I also appreciate the PTO day for community service and the fitness reimbursement plan. -I love the employee events like birthday treats (when they still had them) and the holiday party

Cons

-There is little to no internal promotion opportunities anymore. When roles have opened up, they have gone to external candidates, or they bring someone in from the location in Europe. -Patchy communications from corporate, as well as corporate boasting the record-breaking profits on the internet, and then our bonuses would get cut - left a bad taste in everyone's mouth. -Salaries are pretty frugal -Senior management seem to be in a micromanagement mindset and caring about the wrong things -HR and management have made some bad choices when it comes to employees lately that I don't agree with

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Sika Response
3w
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Sika. We are very sorry to hear about your concerns and we would strongly encourage you to speak to your local HR team or line manager about these issues.
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