Does Klein Tools pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Klein Tools employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Klein Tools. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Klein Tools?

60% of Klein Tools employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Klein Tools 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Klein Tools?

Machine Operator (8) , Engineer (6) , Manager (5) , Material Handler (5) , Sales (5) , Talent Acquisition Specialist (5) , Engineering (3) , Human Resources (3) , Human Resources Intern (3) , Manufacturing Engineer (3) , Picker/Packer (3) , Product Engineer (3) , Senior Mechanical Engineer (3) , Associate (2) , Buyer (2)

What are the pros of working at Klein Tools according to real employee reviews?

"Very flexible and good pay" ((in 16 reviews)); "benefits are good" ((in 12 reviews)); "Great work/life balance" ((in 10 reviews)); "great people" ((in 10 reviews)); "Great culture and company" ((in 8 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Klein Tools according to real employee reviews?

"Management is ALLOWED to bully you, criticize you, curse at you... all while they do NOTHING and their employees suffer daily." ((in 12 reviews)); "Poor management and leadership." ((in 9 reviews)); "house, poor long term planning skills from middle and upper management" ((in 6 reviews)); "No training for interns in internship." ((in 5 reviews)); "but having a good team to work with helps" ((in 4 reviews))

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Klein Tools reviews

3.6

60% would recommend to a friend

(234 total reviews)

Tom Klein

83% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Culture & values

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.3

Senior management

Klein Tools has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 234 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Klein Tools employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

234 reviews

5.0

May 18, 2026

Supportive culture with growth opportunities

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great culture for those who want to work hard at creating products that matter. All employee want each other to succeed and its a supportive environment. Plenty of growth and promotional opportunities for those who want it and commit to their own development.

Cons

can't think of any, I have referred several friends here

5.0

Jun 9, 2026

Proud to work for Klein Tools!!

Hris analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I have been with the company for four years and have had tremendous growth and development. The leadership team is encouraging and invested in your potential! I have seen and experienced first hand how flexible and supportive the leadership team is in personal hardships. I feel truly valued and proud to work for the company!

Cons

The workplace can be very fast-paced and hectic, however this comes with opportunity for growth and advancement.

4.0

Jun 7, 2026

Caring leadership, but communication needs improvement

Marketing

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fast-paced environment. Please are really good. Most leadership care about people. Salary and benefits are average.

Cons

Poor high & middle level leadership communication within the department.

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Jobs at Klein Tools

Shipper II (1st Shift)