Does 5.11 pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, 5.11 employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at 5.11. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at 5.11?

49% of 5.11 employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated 5.11 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at 5.11?

Store Manager (22) , Shift Supervisor (17) , Assistant Manager (13) , Retail Store Manager (9) , Manager (8) , Sales Associate (8) , Supervisor (8) , Material Handler (7) , Service Specialist (6) , Customer Service Specialist (4) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Retail Associate (3) , Retail Sales Associate (3) , Sales (3) , Territory Manager (3)

What are the pros of working at 5.11 according to real employee reviews?

"Great brand and people who work for the company" ((in 13 reviews)); "Good Benefits and Discount." ((in 13 reviews)); "Great people and culture make it it a fun place to work" ((in 12 reviews)); "Work life balance is good." ((in 6 reviews)); "Great product, awesome team, one of the most relaxed retail management jobs I've had." ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at 5.11 according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management" ((in 16 reviews)); "The worst part is upper management is aware of this problem, allows it and even supports it." ((in 6 reviews)); "In their rush to expand they have lost great managers." ((in 5 reviews)); "Very minimal to no training." ((in 5 reviews)); "Long hours with sub par pay" ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about 5.11 layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about 5.11 layoffs and their outlook for job security at 5.11 in 2026.

What are the top reviewed 5.11 locations?

Irvine , Costa Mesa , Modesto , Manteca , Charlotte , Reno , Phoenix , Lathrop , Virginia Beach , Tulsa , Fort Worth , Columbus , Fresno , Sacramento , Fairfield , Lexington-Fayette , Alabaster , Birmingham , Huntsville , Salt Lake City , Richmond , Fairfax , Springfield , Kansas City , Fenton , Chandler , Austin , Brownsville , College Station , Dallas

5.11 reviews

3.3

49% would recommend to a friend

(255 total reviews)

Troy Brown

39% approve of CEO

45% positive business outlook

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5.11 has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 255 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The 5.11 employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

255 reviews

3.0

Apr 6, 2023

It's alright....if you like folding pants.

Customer service specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Team oriented, cool clothing and gear, VERY generous discount

Cons

Some bad management, but not all. Folding a LOT of pants.

5.0

Mar 27, 2023

Most Balanced & Cultural Position

Analytic specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

5.11 embraces ideas and the collaboration within is top notch. 5.11 truly believes in having a strong day to get work done but also reminds you the importance of having a balance healthy lifestyle. They consistently bring everyone together for important messages, so you feel you are part of the 5.11 family. You are an important member, and they make you feel like one.

Cons

I have no cons as of this moment.

3.0

Mar 21, 2023

It's okay for a while

Quality control specialist i

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Vacation time has increase base on the years 5 plus years = 6 plus hours Human Resources are on top of things and care for everyone well being.

Cons

Expect to work saturdays last two weeks of the months, lots of overtime!!! Low pay.

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