Ascend Performance Materials

HQ
Houston
Total Offices: 8
2,500 Total Employees
Year Founded: 2009

Ascend Performance Materials Benefits Overview

Compensation + Benefits

Offers 401(K)

Offers life insurance

Offers supplemental life insurance

Offers accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Offers disability insurance

Offers charitable contribution matching

Offers occupational accident insurance

Offers dental insurance

Offers health insurance

Offers mental health benefits

Offers Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Offers vision insurance

Offers Health Savings Account (HSA)

Provides family medical leave

Provides fertility benefits

Offers generous parental leave

Offers performance bonuses

Offers employee discounts

Work-Life Balance + Wellbeing

Offers company-sponsored outings

Offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Offers generous PTO

Provides paid holidays

Provides bereavement leave

Offers paid volunteer time

Provides paid sick days

Provides military leave

Career Growth + Development

Provides customized development tracks

Job training & conferences

Provides tuition assistance

Company Culture

Utilizes a flexible work schedule

Provides free snacks and drinks

Offers travel concierge services

Provides a mobile phone discount

Offers legal assistance

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Hardware • Other • Security • Biotech
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