What is the hiring process like at Simpson Strong-Tie?

- During the recruitment and hiring process, "culture" is hammered home and touted as the "secret sauce" - it sounds great, and after 2 years of being here, I can attest to Simpson backing up what they say, culture is greatly respected by all. - The transparency and openness from the top level leadership is second to none. The entire C-suite is open about what is going on within the company and provides clear direction of where we are heading. - The brand Simpson represents is well-respected within the construction industry. Almost all customers appreciate the amount of time we spend coaching them on new products and technology. - Simpson invests heavily in their employees. From orientation, to leadership training to ongoing professional development, they go all-in on their employees.

- The company is in massive growth mode, which is definitely leading to a higher workload. Management seems aware of this and is trying to balance growth with the needed resources to prevent burnout. - Certain areas of the company can be difficult to work with, however it isn't impossible and it is the exception, not the rule. - It is not a household name for most people, so you may need to explain who you work for.

Simpson has a warm, welcoming culture where everyone is friendly and approachable. Meetings leave room for personal connection, making it easy to build rapport and strong relationships from the start.

As a new hire, I haven’t seen many downsides yet. For those on an hourly contract, vacation time accrues slowly, about half a day per month if you work 40 hours a week, so it can take a while to build enough for extended time off.

The recent hiring trends within the company. While there are opportunities for low-paying positions, it's important to be aware that these openings come at the cost of terminating higher-paying roles. This shift may affect job security and long-term career growth.

The direction the company appears to be heading in to seems that the corporate environment is becoming increasingly toxic, with individuals prioritizing profit over integrity. The value of genuine expertise and experience is being overshadowed by a focus on hollow credentials and superficial qualifications. This is undermining the dignity and legacy of what was once a respected giant in the industry the company's reputation and core values are in question.