There is better company out there. - Lab Technician Givaudan Employee Review

Biased work culture: Favouritism is evident. Certain departments receive better treatment and more recognition, while lab technicians are often sidelined or undervalued. Disrespect toward lab staff: Departments like Sales Support and Officers frequently assign additional tasks in an entitled and forceful manner. Mistakes, even minor ones, are often escalated directly to management without prior clarification. Toxic blame environment: Instead of fostering teamwork, there's a blame-heavy culture where errors are met with finger-pointing rather than constructive resolution. Contradictory health messaging: Although the company promotes a “healthy lifestyle,” the canteen food is typically oily, spicy, salty, and heavy in fried options—even during breakfast. Unrealistic benefit claims system: The $2300 claim benefit is split into medical and flexi components, which limits flexibility. If you don’t fall sick, you’re essentially forced to see a doctor just to avoid wasting the medical portion. Ineffective meal subsidy: The $3.50 daily allowance often isn’t enough, as canteen prices can be higher than nearby food courts, despite the lower quality.