General Manager - General Manager Fastenal Employee Review

4.0
Sep 13, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Gain a broad range of skill sets Manage a P&L from top to bottom Exposure to many industries Lots of availability for advancement

Cons

Poor salaries Huge work load Long Hours No control over hiring

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5.0
Jun 9, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Management is good Hours are negotiable Time off is available Opportunities to move up always available

Cons

No commissions for part time

2.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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