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Quadco worker honored for his uplifting attitude at awards day
“You do a terrific job at Quadco, and today is the day we come together to recognize your efforts,” said Bill Priest, director of marketing, as he addressed the crowd of about 200 people who had gathered for the center’s annual recognition day program on Friday (Sept. 23).
One Quadco Rehabilitation Center worker was singled out for how his positive attitude affects the people with whom he comes in contact each day. Travis Koch received the coveted Don Spiess Award during the program.
Quadco transportation specialist Wayne Dinius, who nominated Mr. Koch for the honor, presented the award before the group gathered at Quadco’s Stryker building.
Mr. Dinius told the audience about how Travis likes to work and encourages other workers who work with him. “He is fun to be around and is a good example to others around him,” Mr. Dinius told the crowd.
In his nomination, Dinius noted how Travis works on a Quadco transitional work crew at ABC Spax/Trufast in Bryan as well as at Quadco’s Northwest Products plant in Archbold. He pointed out that Travis has worked on a previous crew at another plant as well.
He mentioned that Travis has a good attitude, likes to kid around with his co-workers and always has a smile on his face.
He said that Travis’ daily positive demeanor has made quite an impression on him.
“I wish that I could have as good an attitude about life as he does,” Mr. Dinius said. “It has been an honor for me to know Travis. He has been a witness to me.”
Mr. Priest reminded those present that the award is given annually to a person who most emulates the characteristics of Don Spiess, the award’s namesake.
He said that the late Mr. Spiess was Operations Manager at Quadco and worked for many years at the center before he retired.
He told the crowd that Mr. Spiess was a person who was very helpful, who worked hard, often redesigning work areas to make sure the Quadco workers would be able to get their latest job done, as well as a friendly person who was a pleasure to be around.
Several workers who have many years of service at Quadco received recognition during the program.
Ruth Cox, Donna Fleming and Vicki Thompson were all recognized for having 35 years of service at Quadco.
Pat Elliott received a 30-year award and Andy DeVelbiss, Eric McKinney and Jane Oberlin were all recognized for 25 years of service at Quadco
Other awards for years of service, perfect attendance, serving on an employee council, and serving as a material handler were presented.
Each area also recognized individuals for outstanding qualities such as being the hardest worker, most improved or providing a helping hand.
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