How do employees rate Cooper Standard?

Employees rate Cooper Standard 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 713 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

How can I get a job at Cooper Standard?

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Do people recommend working at Cooper Standard?

Overall, 69% of employees would recommend working at Cooper Standard to a friend. This is based on 713 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

How do job seekers rate their interview experience at Cooper Standard?

71% of job seekers rate their interview experience at Cooper Standard as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.6 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at Cooper Standard.

How do employees rate the business outlook for Cooper Standard?

56% of employees think that Cooper Standard has a positive business outlook . This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.

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Cooper Standard Snapshot

3.9

based on 445 ratings

69% would recommend to a friend

Jeffrey S. Edwards

75% approve of CEO

20 OfficesLocations

Mission Innovation from materials science to final products – we reinvent boundaries to deliver sustained value for all our stakeholders and the global industries we serve.

Description Cooper Standard, headquartered in Northville, Mich., with locations in 21 countries, is a leading global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems and components. Utilizing our materials science and manufacturing expertise, we create innovative and sustainable engineered solutions for diverse transportation and industrial markets. Cooper Standard has more than 22,000 team members (including contingent workers) at the heart of our success, continuously improving our business and surrounding communities.

We are committed to being the First Choice of the Stakeholders We Serve by living out our core values and demonstrating our capabilities to exceed their expectations. We strive for world-class excellence living by our Purpose: Creating Sustainable Solutions Together.

The rapidly changing landscape of the automotive industry and diverse markets we serve make Cooper Standard an exciting place to work. We offer competitive benefits, a comfortable working environment where safety is our top priority and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology for some of the top brands in the world.

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MORE THAN 60 YEARS OF MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION

Cooper Standard has a long tradition of providing customers with the highest quality and most innovative automotive solutions. Today, we’re delivering this same quality and innovation to a wide range of markets with our materials science technology. We drive value through successful relationships with our customers, our world-class operations across our strategic global footprint and our commitment to innovation within our entire business.

Company updates

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We are proud to share the release of our 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report, “Built for Resilience. Delivering Sustained Value.” This year’s report highlights how we continue to strengthen our business through operational excellence, strong values and a clear focus on long-term, sustainable growth. From achieving our best safety performance to advancing CO₂ reduction efforts and enhancing climate-related transparency, we are building resilience across our global operations. Explore the full report to learn more about how we are making an impact ➡️ ...Show more

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This Earth Day, Cooper Standard teams took action throughout the entire month of April to care for our planet. Across the globe, our team members planted trees, picked up trash in their communities, and built insect hotels to support biodiversity. We also took the time to learn together, sparking conversations and raising awareness about caring for the planet and our environment. We couldn’t be prouder of our teams for showing up, getting involved, and making a real impact. 💚🌎...Show more

This Earth Day, Cooper Standard teams took action throughout the entire month of April to care for our planet. Across the globe, our team members planted trees, picked up trash in their communities, and built insect hotels to support biodiversity. We also took the time to learn together, sparking conversations and raising awareness about caring for the planet and our environment. We couldn’t be prouder of our teams for showing up, getting involved, and making a real impact. 💚🌎

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This year, Cooper Standard hosted our first Global Quality Engagement Week, and the response was impressive! Designed to equip our team members with the tools and confidence to deliver exceptional results, the week reinforced our commitment to excellence. Across the globe, teams participated in activities that strengthened skills, deepened understanding and supported our culture of continuous improvement, including: ✨ Quality Commitment Signing – A pledge to uphold the highest standards in every process. 📘 Frontline Quality Training – Building skills and sharpening expertise where it matters most. 🧠 Quality Knowledge Trivia – Friendly competition that tested and expanded our quality know-how. 🚗 Product Showcase – A first-hand look at vehicles equipped with components built at our sites, highlighting how every task contributes to the final product. 🍩 Zero Defects Recognition – Zero shaped treats as a fun reminder of our ultimate goal. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make our inaugural Quality Week a success!...Show more

This year, Cooper Standard hosted our first Global Quality Engagement Week, and the response was impressive! Designed to equip our team members with the tools and confidence to deliver exceptional results, the week reinforced our commitment to excellence. Across the globe, teams participated in activities that strengthened skills, deepened understanding and supported our culture of continuous improvement, including: ✨ Quality Commitment Signing – A pledge to uphold the highest standards in every process. 📘 Frontline Quality Training – Building skills and sharpening expertise where it matters most. 🧠 Quality Knowledge Trivia – Friendly competition that tested and expanded our quality know-how. 🚗 Product Showcase – A first-hand look at vehicles equipped with components built at our sites, highlighting how every task contributes to the final product. 🍩 Zero Defects Recognition – Zero shaped treats as a fun reminder of our ultimate goal. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make our inaugural Quality Week a success!

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Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today, we’re taking a moment to celebrate our incredible teams across the globe! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to drive us forward. Together, you make Cooper Standard stronger, more innovative, and ready for the future. We are grateful for everything you do. Thank you!...Show more

Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today, we’re taking a moment to celebrate our incredible teams across the globe! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to drive us forward. Together, you make Cooper Standard stronger, more innovative, and ready for the future. We are grateful for everything you do. Thank you!

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100 years ... the origins of #BlackHistoryMonth date back 100 years to 1926. Let’s pause and take the opportunity to reflect and educate ourselves on the innovators, creators, and leaders whose contributions have shaped industries and communities around the world. At Cooper Standard, our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging remains steadfast. We value diverse perspectives, encourage continuous learning, and strive to create an environment where every individual feels supported, respected, and empowered to thrive....Show more

100 years ... the origins of #BlackHistoryMonth date back 100 years to 1926. Let’s pause and take the opportunity to reflect and educate ourselves on the innovators, creators, and leaders whose contributions have shaped industries and communities around the world. At Cooper Standard, our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging remains steadfast. We value diverse perspectives, encourage continuous learning, and strive to create an environment where every individual feels supported, respected, and empowered to thrive.

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Cooper Standard awards & accolades

GM Supplier of the Year 2022, General Motors, 2023
Newsweek America’s Most Responsible Companies, Newsweek Magazine, 2022
2021 World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere® Institute, 2021
Ford Motor Company World Excellence Award - Smart Pillar, Ford Motor Company, 2019
Automotive News PACE Award Winner, Automotive News, 2018

Pledges & certifications

Social responsibility pledge
Formal programs or foundation to give back to communities
Veteran hiring commitment
Committed to helping America's military veterans find work
Pay equality pledge
Committed to paying equitably for equal work & experience
Diversity commitment
Has programs that support a diverse and inclusive workforce

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Employee reviews at Cooper Standard

Cooper Standard has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 445 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Cooper Standard employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.7 stars).

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

Employee reviews

Manufacturing technicianCurrent employee

5.0

Excellent Employment Opportunities

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