ABOUT
About Kwik Lok
Family Owned, Women Led, and People Focused
People are the heart of our company. Every day we make sure they know they matter, and that their contributions are helping change the future for all of us.
OUR HISTORY
Humble Beginnings
and Innovation
In the 1950’s, apple distributors asked engineer Floyd Paxton to invent a better way to close bags. Soon after, he did. Kwik Lok was born and rapidly became the preferred method for keeping Washington State apples fresh. Over 70 years later, we continue to lead the packaging industry, closing over a trillion bags globally.
LOOKING FORWARD
A New Generation Leading the Way
In 2015, Stephanie Paxton-Jackson, Kimberly Paxton-Hagner, and Melissa Steiner, the next generation of the Paxton family, took over. We maintain a family-forward commitment to push beyond boundaries, building a more responsible and resilient future.
ABOUT US
Kwik Lok at a Glance
Today, Kwik Lok operates six factories and employs over 300 people, with products used by billions worldwide.
PLANTS WORLDWIDE
GENERATION
COUNTRIES SOLD IN
EMPLOYEES
YEARS IN BUSINESS
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBLITY
Embracing a Sustainable Future
As sustainability continues to evolve, so does our commitment to responsible business practices and environmental stewardship.
KWIK LOK TEAM
Powered by Purpose, Driven by People
We invest in our team with competitive pay and benefits, fostering a culture where diversity isn’t just accepted, it’s celebrated. We take action beyond the status quo—empowering our team with paid volunteer time off, actively combating food waste through sustainable packaging, and pushing the limits of positive impact, inside and out.
