Job Security is Uncertain - Anonymous employee Cabot Employee Review

2.0
10 Feb 2020
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Benefits are at (or above) benchmark. 401(k) match, LTI, and deferred comp plans are unparalleled. - Culture of schedule flexibility is gaining momentum. - Employees are encouraged to work safely. - Friendly environment with free ice cream on Thursdays.

Cons

- Office jobs are moving abroad by the dozens. Job security is uncertain if you are not client facing. - Cyclic ability of chemicals manufacturing market leads to layoffs every 4-5 years. - You will constantly need to sell yourself and educate upwards. - Everyone is under resourced. Be prepared to regularly work more than 40 hours a week.

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Cons

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2.0
11 Jun 2026
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Pros

Some good people and good location around Boston area.

Cons

Cabot did not feel like an employee-focused company during my time there. I observed multiple layoffs, including employees who had been hired only a few months earlier. The work environment was often very stressful, with heavy workloads and frequent organizational changes. Communication across different management layers was sometimes inconsistent, leading to mixed messages and unclear priorities. Before accepting a position, I would encourage candidates to carefully evaluate the role, team, and long-term stability of the organization. Significant changes can occur quickly, and it's important to understand the potential impact on work-life balance and career plans.

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