Long hours, frustration & little pay. - Department Manager Fastenal Employee Review

2.0
Aug 15, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Progressive company that is capturing the market.

Cons

Company culture can be counter productive. All employees are paid for performance - some goals conflict, plain don't make sense to measure, and ultimately result in poor business decisions being made. Too much focus on short term growth vs. long term. Long hours and low pay. Little training and development for operations.

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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
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Pros

- You are forced to learn how to drive a forklift - 40 hours no matter what for full time

Cons

- No commission as of Jan 2026 - Shareholders > Employees - Constantly lifting heavy items - No overtime at all - No vision insurance - 2 scheduled checks a month

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