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      Harbor Freight Tools

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      Harbor Freight Tools reviews

      3.6

      64% would recommend to a friend

      (3,439 total reviews)
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      Eric Smidt

      68% approve of CEO

      58% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.0

      Compensation and benefits

      3.8

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.6

      Culture & values

      3.5

      Work/Life balance

      3.4

      Career opportunities

      3.2

      Senior management

      Harbor Freight Tools has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 3,439 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Harbor Freight Tools employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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      3K reviews
      3.0
      Sep 10, 2025

      Ok till it wasn’t

      Store manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Nothing anymore. Going down hill quickly.

      Cons

      Cutting everything to pay for the yacht!

      3.0
      Sep 9, 2025

      Fast-paced, team-oriented role with great hands-on experience

      Logistics associate
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Team Environment – Supportive coworkers and managers who emphasize teamwork. Hands-On Work – Active, physical job that keeps you moving instead of sitting all day. Employee Discounts – Good discounts on tools and equipment. Skill Development – Gain experience in inventory, stocking, shipping/receiving, and warehouse logistics. Flexible Scheduling – Depending on the store, shifts can work around school or other commitments. Opportunities to Advance – Potential to move into lead, supervisor, or management roles. Steady Hours – Reliable scheduling and consistent workload.

      Cons

      Physically Demanding – Lots of lifting, bending, and being on your feet for long periods. Fast-Paced Workload – Expectations to unload trucks and stock quickly can feel rushed. Early/Late Shifts – Truck days may require very early mornings or late evenings. Repetitive Tasks – Stocking and organizing can become routine. Limited Hours (Part-Time) – Some associates report not always getting as many hours as they’d like. Pay vs. Labor – Work can feel physically demanding compared to the starting pay.

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