Coach Vince Lombardi knew how to pull together an outstanding team and inspire them to greatness. He set the bar high on achieving success and set the example on living by values. 

Packer Fastener follows that same legendary lead. Our dedicated team consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic in a culture where everyone is inspired to achieve success. It’s no wonder we’re winning fans as both a great place to work, and as one of the best industrial suppliers on the planet.

Coach Lombardi offered many memorable quotes that illustrate the key reasons champions choose to work here. Vince said it best, but it’s our employees who tell it like it really is.

“Work hard! It does not go unnoticed at Packer Fastener. We promote from within as MUCH as possible.” —Shannon Howerton, 5-year employee and HR Generalist; previously the only HR team member, now one of four.

“I worked my way through the ranks. I started in order fulfillment pulling orders, then moved into receiving, then into a supervisory role as order fulfillment leader, and now I’m DC manager, all within five years.” —Jeremy Sperber, DC Manager

Working up through the ranks is common at Packer Fastener. But as Vince liked to say, “There is no substitute for work.” Anyone here has the opportunity to grow into a new role, but everyone has to work for it. And Packer Fastener makes it easier with support, training, and continuing education.

“If you want to succeed or move up with your career, learn as much as you possibly can and ask as many questions as you can; Packer Fastener has some of, if not THE best support a company can offer.” —Matt Campbell, 5-year employee and Rockford Branch Manager; formerly worked in order fulfillment, utility sales, and as assistant branch manager.

Packer Fastener helps by investing in employees to bring out, develop, and apply their talents. We build each other by creating an environment that develops our gifts, giving us the tools needed to totally overserve our customers.

“You’ll never experience anything quite like this. The positive, winning energy is contagious and truly unique.” —Amy Seehafer, COO

“We love to win and have fun doing it.” —Arlyn Rosenow, Sales Director

Swagger is also a habit. Vince understood that thoughts become beliefs, beliefs become words, words become actions, actions become habits, and habits become character. It all adds up to WINNING. 

And that’s how we like to live here in Swaggerville.