McMaster-Carr: Overview, Contacts & Employment

About McMaster-Carr

Industry

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Website

mcmaster.com

Headquarters

600 County Line Road, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126, US

Company size

1001-5000

Founded

1901

Founded in 1901 and headquartered in Elmhurst, Illinois, McMaster-Carr is an e-commerce company in the transportation, logistics, supply chain and storage industry, offering more than half a million products that keep businesses running. With more than 3,800 employees, the company relies on its product development, publishing, technology, sales, and distribution teams to help customers design, build, operate, and repair almost anything. Its success is driven by a culture of experimentation and innovation, encouraging team members to apply creativity to tasks ranging from automating distribution operations to improving its digital platform. McMaster-Carr emphasizes curiosity and development, hiring for capability rather than skill alone and valuing diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The company combines a customer-friendly e-commerce platform with high-quality products—such as fastening systems, LED lighting, conveyors, programmable logic controllers, pumps, and electrical components—while prioritizing operational excellence and inclusivity in the workplace.