I never had any negative encounters with management. I was a good employee, showed up on time and did my job. That's all they expected.
The relationship was mutually beneficial. They got a good employee for over 4 years and I used the company as a stepping stone for greener pastures.
If G7 allows you to drive to work and move up quickly, consider it. There's little honor in being an FO at a 'top tier' regional for 9 years. You'll get disgruntled at a place like that quicker than a porn star fluffer in Carson City.