May I Vol 83 I 2019
Mill Steel Named 101 Best & Brightest to Work For It’s another bright year for Mill Steel Company as we are once again named one of West Michigan’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For! This is Mill Steel’s 16th year winning this distinguished award for having the most innovative and thoughtful human resources practices! An independent research firm evaluates each company’s entry based on key measures in various categories. They include Compensation, Benefits and Employee Solutions; Employee Enrichment, Engagement and Retention; Employee Education and Development; Recruitment, Selection and Orientation; Employee Achievement and Recognition; Communication and Shared Vision; Diversity and Inclusion; Work-Life Balance; Community Initiatives; and Strategic Company Performance. Mill Steel recorded higher than the regional median in seven of the ten categories, an overall great performance and score. The winning companies will be honored on Tuesday, May 7 at the JW Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids. They will also compete for 13 elite awards, one granted for each category the nominees are evaluated on, and an overall winner that has excelled in all categories will be honored with a “Best of the Best” award. The elite award winners will be revealed during the luncheon. “These companies have created impressive organizational value and business results through their policies and best practices in human resource management. This award has become a designation sought after by hundreds of West Michigan companies and is a powerful recruitment tool in the drive to attract and retain exceptional employees,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO, Best and Brightest Programs. Thank you to everyone that took time to complete the anonymous survey that was randomly distributed last August. We would not be where we are today without each of you! Article by: Amanda Allspach
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Hello My Name Is
3 In Case You Didn't Know
4 Let's Celebrate
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People We believe in ourselves and trust one another. Customer Satisfaction We will do everything necessary to meet the needs of our customers. Accountability We are accountable to our customers and to eachother. Quality Work Environment We will provide a challenging work environment. Community We support our community needs. Profit We will earn a reasonable profit to assure stability and security for ourselves. Employee Empowerment We are empowered to do our jobs. Quality and Continuous Improvement We believe in continuous improvement through the use of corrective action process. Facilities We will have a clean, safe place to work. Integrity/Ethics We will be honest and fair.
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Associate Highlight Sara Zimmer, Purchasing Manager
Sara with her son, Graham, husband, Kyle, and cat.
What is your role here at Mill Steel? I’m a Purchasing Manager. I coordinate purchases for our Building Products business unit, manage painted inventory levels, and provide quotes to our sales team. What do you like best about your job? My favorite part about my job is the culture – I enjoy coming to work every day and have fun being here! What is the biggest challenge? The biggest challenge is keeping up with the fast pace; some days there are a million different things going on, and you have to be able to prioritize and react quickly. Where are you from and who makes up your family? I’m from Muskegon, Michi-
gan and still live there. My family consists of my husband, Kyle, my one-year old son, Graham, my parents, inlaws, nieces, and lots of aunts, uncles and cousins. Most of us live within the same two mile radius, so we see each other a lot! Who has inspired you in your life and why? My parents have been an inspiration throughout my life. They’ve showed me the value of a strong work ethic and encouraged me to earn what I want and be accepting of others. They also taught me to never forget to have fun in life! What is the most annoying question that people ask you? If I have anything to fill out a transfer truck...just kidding!
Sara and her son, Graham.
If you won the lottery, what would your life look like a year after you bring home the winnings? It all depends on the amount of money, but I’d like to think my life wouldn’t change much, especially in only one year. I would think long and hard about what to do with the money, probably investing most of it...or I’d go rogue and donate it all to a cat shelter. What did you want to be when you grew up? When I was little, I remember wanting to be a veterinarian. I have a big heart for animals, and I want to save them all! However, I certainly wouldn’t have had the stomach to do that job. Article by: Amanda Massar
Sara's son, Graham.
3 Name: Chloie Yost Location & Department: Jeffersonville / HR Intern
our Mill Steel These individuals are recent additions to to the team! family. Please join us in welcoming them Article by: Tina Mattias
Chloie lives in Sellersburg, Indiana. She enjoys playing tennis, hanging out with friends, and shopping. Chloie also loves spending time with her miniature poodle, Parker Jo, who she says is not very miniature since he weighs 35 pounds. Chloie’s favorite season is the fall because of the weather and the festive activities that go along with the season. She loves to travel, so the majority of her bucket list includes places she wants to visit someday, such as Greece or Spain.
In Ca se You Didn' t Kn ow
Here's the scoop on recent role changes within our company.
Aaron Dehn has been promoted to Inside Sales Manager for Mill Steel’s repeat business. Aaron has been an Inside Sales Representative since 2017, consistently going above and beyond to help the team wherever needed and diligently working on cost savings opportunities. In this role, Aaron will work with the management team on fulfillment improvement projects with a specific focus on cost savings initiatives. He will be a great leader for the Inside Sales team!
Allie Harbron has been interning with the Inside Sales team since August of 2017. She recently
graduated from Grand Valley State University and we are pleased to share that she has moved into a full-time position as an Inside Sales Representative. Allie has already been assisting customers and learning our systems so this will be a seamless transition. She is taking over some repeat accounts, working to help support our customer base throughout the Midwest. Allie is a great addition to the team and we are happy to have her aboard!
Brad Garmyn started with Mill Steel as a Quoting and Feasibility Intern in November of 2017. He is
finishing up a few courses at Grand Valley State University this summer, while simultaneously joining the Steel Structural Products (SSP) Team full-time as an Inside Sales Representative. Brad will primarily be working to support the SSP sales team, in addition to learning and helping with the SPS and Wholesale business units. We’re so glad he is continuing his career with Mill Steel!
Christian Horstman recently transferred from the Jeffersonville office to our headquarters in
Grand Rapids. As an Inventory and Scheduling Coordinator, he will continue his role on the fulfillment side of our SSP business unit, in addition to taking on some more inventory related responsibilities. Please join us in giving Christian a warm welcome to West Michigan!
Jacob Foley has been promoted to Third Shift Supervisor at our Melvindale facility. Jacob started with our company in 2011 setting heads on the 76” slitter. It was obvious that he was capable and passionate to accomplish much more, and he quickly excelled to operating every slitter in Melvindale. In 2016 he took the reigns as Lead Slitter Operator on the 76 slitter for third shift. Jacob is a consistent top performer, natural leader, and very deserving of this advancement. Congratulations on your new role, Jacob!
Kristin Cole was recently promoted to Senior Fulfillment Director. Kristin’s career with Mill Steel
has spanned nearly 13 years and includes experience in a variety of departments, providing her a wealth of knowledge on the entire fulfillment process. She has taken on a leadership role within the Director Group and has routinely been involved in projects that have brought efficiencies and savings for Mill Steel. This will remain a key focus for Kristin in her new role, as well as ensuring that the Director Team is working together as a cohesive team. Congratulations, Kristin!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Isaac Jacob Congratulations to Jake and Emily Hurrell on the birth of their baby boy, Isaac Jacob! Isaac was born on April 2nd, and now shares a birthday with his Dad! Isaac weighed in at 6 lb. 5 oz. and was 19” long. He is Jake and Emily’s first child, so they are quickly learning all the ins and outs of parenthood. We wish you all the best and welcome Isaac to the Mill Steel Family! Articles by: Tammy Root
Lexon Mark Congratulations to Samantha and Kyle Trierweiler on the birth of their baby boy, Lexon Mark! He was born on April 21st, weighing 7 lb. 14 oz. and measuring 20” long. Big brother Bradley (7) is loving his new role, and has been very sweet and helpful. Their two dogs seem confused by the situation, but are slowly warming up to their new roommate. Welcome to the Mill Steel team, Lexon!
Violet Sue Congratulations to Pam and Jake Heglund on the birth of their baby girl, Violet Sue! She was born on May 1st, weighing 7 lb. 6 oz and measuring 21.5" long. Mom and baby are doing great. Big brother Finn, and puppy sister Ruthie, already love their baby sister! We are so excited for this adorable new addition to the Mill Steel team!
2019 Wellworks Wellness Reminder Mill Steel cares about your health and wants to provide resources to help you live better both inside and outside of work. The Wellworks Wellness Program was implemented to encourage our associates to schedule annual preventative physicals and biometric screenings to help identify health risks. Although individual test results are not disclosed, we have been told of several medical conditions being diagnosed and treated as a result of the program. Mill Steel is getting healthier, and that is the goal!
Let’s Celebrate May
Anniversaries Olivia Hackman Tyler Trantham Robert Kirchoff Victor Ramsey Jonathan Odell Joshua Ratliff Keith Sikkema William Hodge Andrew Cale Charles Mitchell Richard Morris Jarrod Zelinski Tyler Burns Marcus Cobbins Brian Vella Joseph Berger Matthew Clark Robert J Flak Jr Steve Groeger Sean Tomlin Bryan Lewis Aaron Jauregui Rene Barbosa Vicario Joel Jauregui
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10 Or More! Andy Knaus John Griffiths Heidi Bastin Andrew Hassler Mark Etherton Brandon Jackson Keith Jeffrey Smith Jenny Deeds Pete Buck George Knarr
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Bill Buck Domingo Romero Kelly Steele Anthony Hodges Nasser Gailan Cody Chamlee Harry Griffin James Moore Kevin Orr Zachary Lee Mark Thaler Terry W. Smith David Taylor Alexandria Harbron Caleb Brown Angelica Medina Brian McClellan Marc Rabitoy Jennifer Gillard Brittany Vukovoch Jack Galen Doug Cooper Joseph Berger Joel Jauregui Kevin Kennedy Michael Taylor Josh Davis Eddie Collins Nicholas McCay Julianne Potvin Noah Armstrong Teresa Way
April Raffle Winners! Congratulations to the winners of the April Raffle!
Those who participate in the annual physical should submit their completed packet to Wellworks prior to the deadline of September 30, 2019 to receive an employer contribution to their H.S.A. account in 2020. For an individual, the employer incentive will be $500. For an individual and spouse, the employer incentive will be $1,000. Associates must have an H.S.A. account in both 2019, and at the time of contribution to receive the incentive.
• Spa Day Package – Marie Peterson
Important things to note:
• Golfers Galore Gift Basket – Kristin Cole
• Your spouse is requested to participate if covered under the Mill Steel Company/Steel Structural Products health plan. • Submit the completed packet to Wellworks; do not rely on the physician’s office to submit the forms. • The physical exam and biometeic screenings are covered under our medical insurance plan, free of charge as preventative care. Additional testing and diagnosis charges are subject to normal copays and deductibles, so please question your doctor if any additional charges apply. Schedule your physical today!
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• Movie Night Package – Emily Phillips • Fitness Lovers Package – Jake Hurrell • Outdoor/Camping Kit – Kristin Cole Thank you to everyone that participated! With your generous support and the Mill Steel match, we were able to raise $1,630 for our Q2 Charity, The Wounded Warrior Project!
Mothers Of Mill Steel "All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my mother." Happy Mother's Day to all of the wonderful Mill Steel mothers! We thank you for all that you've done for us!
"There has been no bigger supporter or fan of me than my mother and I thank her for that." - Mike Tomasaitis
"What's not to love about my mom? She’s the best mom I could’ve ever asked for. She has a beautiful heart and loves her family more than anything and is always there for you through the good times and the bad. She’s a beautiful person and a best friend." - David Seekell
"We love our mother because even after all these years of us being...us, she is still always there for us no matter what." - Zach and Tyler Burns
"I love my Mother for unconditionally being my biggest fan my entire life. She has always stood by my side and challenged me to continually become a better version of myself and to never lose sight of my faith!" - Eddie Collins
"My mother made sure I never doubted how much she loved me. Even while saying every gray hair on my head, has Rie written all over it." - Marie Peterson
"Who needs superheros when I have my mom?" - Zach Lee
"My mother is the kindest person I know! She loves me unconditionally, and is always supportive, no matter what the situation is. I’m so grateful for the endless encouragement and wisdom she continues to provide." - Amanda Allspach
"I love my mom because she’s always there for me!" - Tina Mattias
"My favorite thing to do with my mom is watch movies and quote our favorites, such as Tommy Boy and Baby Mama." Kaylie Newville
“I love spending time with my mom. On Sunday’s we attend church together then grab coffee and run errands afterwards. It’s great to have that time to catch up when life can get so busy.” - Troy Mossell
"My mom is an inspiring, kind-hearted, and positive woman. I am so thankful to have a close relationship with her. If I am even half the woman she is, I'll consider my life a succesful one." - Kaley Shaheen
“There is no better time spent than the moments I have with my mom! She is such a wonderful person." - Kristi Weaver