PGT Innovations Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at PGT Innovations.
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Sales Manager
Manager Difficult Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The Recruiter reached out to me for a direct interview with the Hiring Manager, skipping the usual screening. They offered a quick call to answer any initial questions, which they scheduled during a holiday. The Recruiter was nice and gave info, but some of it didn't match up with what the Hiring Manager said later. The interview with the Hiring Manager was tough. It felt like they were trying to find reasons not to hire me instead of seeing if I was a good fit. The interviewer seemed checked out and kind of indifferent. Even though I had the construction and sales team management experience they needed, the talk mostly focused on my recent work, especially not having formal team management lately, even though I was leading a team indirectly. I haven't heard back or gotten replies to my follow-up emails in the three weeks since the interview. So, I'm not expecting anything from this, and it looks like they have a lot of Regional Sales Manager roles open all at once.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Have you managed a sales team in your most recent role?
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Human Resources Generalist
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
Got a call from a recruiter to set up a phone chat, it was about 20 mins where we went over my background, the job, and what I'd expect pay-wise. A few days after that, they wanted me to come in for an in-person meeting. I met with two people from the HR team who told me about their jobs and then asked me to talk about my previous experience. After that, they asked me a bunch of questions about my past work.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you elaborate on your previous work experiences in relation to this position?
- Tell me about your previous work experiences.
- Behavioral questions related to the role and your background were asked.
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Technical Writer
Entry Easy Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
Had a quick phone chat with HR, just basic questions to see if I was a good fit. Then, an in-person meeting with the team followed. It was a bit weird because the person who set it up didn't say who I'd meet, how long it would take, where to go, or what to bring. I emailed to ask, but no reply. When I arrived, she wasn't there, but the receptionist got the hiring manager. I didn't know I'd be meeting multiple people or that it would be a two-hour meeting, which included an hour-long tour of the place (wish I'd known, wouldn't have worn heels!). Because they didn't communicate well and, based on the questions, I don't think they really knew how to support this role, I just decided not to wait around. I told them I didn't think it was the right fit. Never heard back.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Were you qualified for the role?
- What are your thoughts on this position?
- How would you approach this job?
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Production Worker
Entry Average Negative experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
You're sent to their job fair for your interview. The job you applied for online will suddenly be already filled before you can interview for it. After waiting 65 minutes for your name to be called, you'll be offered a position on a shift you definitely don't want with fewer hours.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Are you able to frequently and often lift 90lbs?
- Are you able to wear long pants, long sleeves, PP equipment, steel toe boots and headphones while standing for 10-12 hours per shift?
PGT Innovations Interview Questions
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“How do you make sure your writing is correct and easy to understand?”
Read reports →“Are you able to frequently and often lift 90lbs?”
Read reports →“Are you able to wear long pants, long sleeves, PP equipment, steel toe boots and headphones while standing for 10-12 hours per shift?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on this position?”
Read reports →“Have you managed a sales team in your most recent role?”
Read report →“Describe a time you had to learn something technical really fast.”
Read report →“Are you capable of performing this job?”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you had to communicate unfavorable information or a negative message, and describe your approach to managing it?”
Read report →“What do you expect from this role?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 12 PGT Innovations interview reports.