Pros
Excellent training, probably the best in the industry. Each full time employee must complete actual classes during a two week intense course to enable them to go out and sell the products. For the most part, the employees are excited about their jobs and enjoy what they do. Also, Fastenal has a relatively decentralized method of management which enables the employees more decision-making power of their own.
Cons
Some positions are not compensated enough for the work that is produced. Other companies that are smaller have better pay programs and more perks offered to their employees. While overall, their is recognition of top performers, there are too many employees company wide, which causes many others to be overlooked on the local level for their contributions.