Does Forward Air pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Forward Air employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Forward Air. This rating has decreased by 19% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Forward Air?

30% of Forward Air employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Forward Air 2.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.2 for culture and values and 2.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Forward Air?

Dispatcher (14) , Dock Worker (14) , Customer Service Representative (13) , Manager (12) , Account Manager (10) , Cargo Handler (10) , Forklift Operator (10) , Class A Truck Driver (9) , Truck Driver (8) , Operations Manager (7) , Dock Supervisor (6) , Terminal Manager (6) , Operations Supervisor (5) , Owner Operator (5) , Supervisor (5)

What are the pros of working at Forward Air according to real employee reviews?

"Decent pay and schedule options" ((in 33 reviews)); "Benefits are good." ((in 16 reviews)); "Coworkers are friendly and they will train you." ((in 11 reviews)); "good work environment" ((in 6 reviews)); "Easy to get time off when you need to." ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Forward Air according to real employee reviews?

"Bad management and no structured" ((in 29 reviews)); "Upper management seems disconnected and doesn't work with the people before making adjustments" ((in 12 reviews)); "Poor training" ((in 8 reviews)); "Lack of Leadership" ((in 7 reviews)); "Yearly raises are small" ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about Forward Air layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Forward Air layoffs and their outlook for job security at Forward Air in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Forward Air locations?

Groveport , Columbus , Chicago , Atlanta , Dallas , Grand Rapids , Greeneville , Irving , Des Plaines , Memphis , Elk Grove Village , Phoenix , South Bend , Denver , Louisville , Charlotte , Houston , San Antonio , Forest Park , Kansas City , Indianapolis , Los Angeles , Seattle , Jacksonville , Weston , Salt Lake City , Richmond , Tulsa , Greensboro , Euless

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Forward Air reviews

2.6

30% would recommend to a friend

(122 total reviews)

Shawn Stewart

11% approve of CEO

24% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

2.7

Work/Life balance

2.6

Compensation and benefits

2.4

Diversity & inclusion

2.3

Senior management

2.3

Career opportunities

2.2

Culture & values

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Race / Ethnicity

Gender

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Disability

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Reviews by job title

122 reviews

Reviews about "Compensation"

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1.0

Aug 18, 2024

first job

Warehouse worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

pay good. good first job

Cons

sucks a** horrible worst job ever

2.0

Jul 11, 2024

Employment culture

Compliance

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There are consistent work hours.

Cons

Very negative work culture and environment. Low pay wages that are out of balance with the transportation industry standard.

1.0

Jul 8, 2024

Easy work environment.

Dock worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

No stress. I treat every driver with respect. And every one has been patient and understanding. Overall job is easy.

Cons

Management is sparse. Not having equipment to do my job. No bonuses. Unless your a supervisor. No perks for holidays. Raises are small.

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