Klein Tools reviews

3.7

65% would recommend to a friend

(240 total reviews)
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Tom Klein

81% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

Klein Tools has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 240 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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240 reviews
1.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Little to none. Hardly anything positive about working at this company.

Cons

I wanted to give this company a fair chance before writing this review, but after my time here I feel obligated to be honest for anyone considering joining. Management is, at best, misleading. Expectations and commitments made during hiring and performance conversations rarely materialize, and when you seek clarity, you're met with dismissiveness rather than straight answers. It becomes clear very quickly that leadership says what's convenient, not what's true. The VP level is where the culture really breaks down. Favoritism is blatant and unashamed — certain employees are visibly protected and fast-tracked regardless of performance or merit, while others are consistently overlooked no matter how hard they work. It creates a demoralizing environment where people stop trying because they realize results don't drive recognition — relationships do. What's most frustrating is that management's priorities are completely transparent: their own bonus structures. Decisions are made through that lens first and foremost, with little to no regard for team development or employee wellbeing. Career growth? Don't count on it. There are no clear paths, no meaningful development conversations, and no investment in helping employees advance. If you're looking for a place to build your career, this is not it. I genuinely hope leadership takes a hard look at the culture they've built — talented people are leaving, and the ones who stay are disengaged. That's not a coincidence.

5.0
Jun 9, 2026
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
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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