Jul 20, 2016
Klein Tools reviews
3.7
61% would recommend to a friend
Tom Klein
74% approve of CEO
61% positive business outlook
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1.0
Nov 23, 2014
Great company with an excellent brand but terrible management
Former employee, more than 5 years
Lincolnshire, IL
Recommend
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Pros
The brand has a amazing following The corporate building is very nice, only a few years old. The company has been in business for over 150 years. Some of the family members are enjoyable to work with.
Cons
The management is not open or honest with employees. The CEO has a stange obsession with Texas. The company pay salary grade is below average and the benfits have gone down hill.
4.0
Oct 29, 2014
Good Career, Long term stability & great products
Current employee, more than 10 years
Lincolnshire, IL
Recommend
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Pros
Been with Klein Tools for 14 years. Seen a lot of changes, some "good" some I have to question, however taking into account the company has been profitable for 150+ years, I feel our direction is positive. Klein Products are one of the most respected brands in the tool industry with all hand tools and safety equipment still made in the USA. Current management is focused on long term growth and stability
Cons
Like any smaller, family owned business there are concerns with family members being groomed for positions they may not be qualified for, hey if you have problems with that I guess you should move on - it is "their" company after all. Lots of focus on moving the company's manufacturing plants to a central campus operation in Texas has caused a considerable amount of disruption and dissatisfaction among all employees, salaried more so than hourly. The move to Texas appears to be a good long term business strategy, however there are a lot of short term pains that must be endured and a lot good, key employees are either bailing or getting left out in the process. Like a lot of smaller companies the health benefits have taken a hit with rising out of pocket expenses and co-pay increases.
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