Literally no reason to work here - HR Lubrizol Employee Review

3.0
Mar 30, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

With the exception of Senior Leadship, there is (or was) a very nice culture with Lubrizol. There are some nice people still working here and they’re good to work for, but the entire culture has been vetted by current leadership.

Cons

In just a few short months, they have taken healthcare from working spouses, taken away the awards program, demanded that all employees come in office 4 days per week for absolutely no reason, paid out lousy bonuses with no explanation why, taken away 2 paid holidays, and announced that they are closing the Brecksville site. The CEO actually stood in front of a large gathering and shrugged and said “What’s the big deal? It’s one more day to come into the office…” There is absolutely no value for employees here. Pay is not competitive, why you would choose to work here over any other company in Cleveland —soon to be the scourge that is Wickliffe— is a mystery to me. Then they badger you with engagement scores and mandatory discussions while they dismantle their benefit offerings one by one. If you want to get promoted wait until 2 people quit or get fired and they’ll make you do your job plus the other 2 and call it a “promotion”, or more likely, you’ll get nothing and they’ll call it a “stretch assignment”.

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

This is a fantastic, future oriented company with world class products and technology. Amazing leaders (CEO, CFO, segment president) that is the most intelligent and sharpest I’ve worked for. If you are an ambitious professional who wants to make a huge difference, you will quickly stand out, very likely rise in the org rapidly, and have the ability to see the true result of your work. There is leadership support and willingness if you want to drive for results - not a lot of red tape and agile. New campus coming in 2028. If better talent comes into the organization, this will be an opportunity to be a part of a huge turnaround.

Cons

The company had gone through some difficult times prior to the new executive team stepping in and what seemed to be below par standards. The set of employees used to the previous standards are not used to the bar being set at that of a comparable public company and perceive this to be an issue with the leaders. See my note in the Pros section - if you are ambitious and have drive to make a difference, you will not have these same concerns.

3.0
May 20, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Even with current political tensions, LZ is still allowing cultural programs which support diversity and inclusion throughout the organization. Working in a lab setting and having supportive management that understand work life balance is beneficial as long as the work is getting done. Supportive of using company time to volunteer in community investment. Most employees are supportive and willing to help each out.

Cons

No opportunity for advancement. Low yearly pay increases, with too much focus on pushing individuals to do more as “personal development”. Health benefit package is limited and costly, vacation promised isn’t always given, too many middle and upper management, with continued turnover before you even know who they are and what they do. Most scientist and engineers have no other working experience besides education and lack experience, which prevents opportunities for innovation. Co-ops have better opportunities than long term full time employees.

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