Not the worst, but could value workers more - Sales Associate Fastenal Employee Review

3.0
11 Oct 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Fairly good job security even in a down economy, they pride themselves on not doing layoffs. Although they may force you to do a job you hate and not pay you enough, you will at least have a job.

Cons

Unless you constantly bother the higher-ups or constantly look at opportunities, it's hard to get a raise or move up. They never pay enough to keep up with inflation and don't do yearly reviews to put you up for a raise like any typical company, they make you come them which is always an awkward conversation. They also can be very slow to hire new people as they try to be as lean as possible forcing you to have to do many things that aren't your job and that you don't have time for.

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5.0
9 Jun 2026
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Pros

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

Cons

No commissions for part time

4.0
9 Jul 2026
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Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great company culture, love the investment they put in for career advancement. Great people to work with, CEO is amazing but he's stepping down this month. Benefits are good. Decentralized organization so your ideas and solutions actually get listened to and implemented. Feel like I'm actually making a difference in the company.

Cons

Pay is lower than the industry average for most departments and they don't keep up with the cost of living, don't do bonuses (unless you're in sales) or pay raises. You have to ask to get one and most times they say no. Very male dominant at the branches and in sales, but many women in corporate leadership. Don't have any DEI initiatives. Not flexible on relocation for internal management roles, have to be at corporate HQ in Winona, MN.

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