A long time ago, before cell phones, emails, or even laptops, a small but ambitious milk crate company called Rehrig Pacific was making its mark. (And no — not "Rare and Specific" — it’s Rehrig Pacific.) I joined the company in 1982, answering phones on a real switchboard and handling secretarial responsibilities. It was a different world slower, simpler, and more personal. Back then, you could walk through the office and know every face, every name, and every story. That connection is what I miss most today, but it’s also what we fight to protect, even as we've grown.
From a few plants and a handful of products, Rehrig Pacific expanded across the country — opening facilities in Dallas, Kansas, Orlando, and now Buckeye. We boldly entered the Environmental market in the late '80s and early '90s, a decision that felt risky at the time, but one that proved visionary. Today, that spirit of Innovation and courage defines everything we do.
Yet growth has never changed who we are at our core. A decade ago, Will Rehrig formalized our values — Family, Service, Growth, Innovation, and Intrapreneurship — but these principles have been in our DNA since the beginning. I lived them in 1982, and you’ll still find them alive in every corner of our company today.
I will never forget something Brad Rehrig once said . An employee answered his question about why we are in business by saying, "To make money." Brad quickly and loudly said, "No, no, no!" If you knew Brad, you can still hear his voice. He said the real reason we are in business is to improve the stature of our employees' lives. That moment stuck with me, and it still guides the way we work today. We now call it Human-Centered Leadership, but it’s simply who we have always been.
If you're considering a career at Rehrig Pacific, know this: you're not just joining a company. You're becoming part of a legacy, one built on innovation, loyalty, integrity, and genuine care for the people who drive our success. Here, your work will matter. Your voice will be heard. Your potential will be nurtured.
Rehrig Pacific is a place where you can grow your career, impact industries, and build a future you’re proud of, all while staying true to the values that matter most.
Welcome to the journey. May the Force be with you, always.