Galco is an eCommerce-driven MRO distributor of industrial control and automation products, built on a stack anchored to industry standards (Siemens, Rockwell Automation, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus). The hiring mix—weighted toward engineering, logistics, and ops roles across junior and mid levels—reflects active cross-departmental efficiency projects and new KPI development around supplier and return performance, signaling operational scaling beyond pure distribution.
Galco distributes industrial and commercial electrical, electronic control, automation, motion control, and power transmission products globally, with particular focus on hard-to-find inventory. The company operates as an eCommerce-first business serving OEMs, MROs, resellers, and integrators, offering same-day shipping, cross-referencing, technical documentation, custom control panel solutions, and both on-site and send-in repair services. Founded in 1975 and based in Madison Heights, Michigan, Galco employs 51–200 people and competes on downtime reduction, efficiency gains, and safety compliance for industrial customers.
Galco operates on Siemens and Rockwell Automation platforms, uses AutoCAD Electrical for design, HMI for interface control, and deploys EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and Modbus protocols. IT infrastructure includes Microsoft 365, Azure, Azure AD, Windows Server, and Linux, with monitoring via PRTG Network Monitor and Kaseya.
Galco is headquartered in Madison Heights, Michigan, and is privately held. The company was founded in 1975 and employs 51–200 people.
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