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Johnny Nichols
Metal Prep Department (Tank & Paint)
Pole Plant

Your supervisor Johnny Nichols began his career at ERMCO in 1996 as a Cover Welder in the Pad Plant Final Assembly Department. He was promoted to FA Shift Leader in 1996. In 1997, he transferred to the Metal Prep Tank Department and was promoted to Tank Department Shift Leader in 2001, Metal Prep Pad Tank Department Supervisor in 2007, and Metal Prep Pole Tank and Paint Supervisor in 2013.

Johnny chose to work at ERMCO because he heard through word of mouth that ERMCO needed welders, and he needed a job. He had just relocated to the area, so he knew very little about the company.

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Q&A with Supervisor Johnny Nichols
Tell me about your journey at ERMCO.

I was promoted to lead in Pad FA in 1996. I stepped down in 1997 and bid into the Tank shop, which was consolidated at the time and consisted of Metal Prep, Pole Tank, and Pad Tank. I was promoted to lead in the tank shop in 2001. I was promoted to the supervisor of Metal Prep / Pad Tank in 2007. I moved to Pole Tank / Paint supervisor in 2013, at Single Phase, and to the Pole Plant in 2021 as the Pole Tank / Paint supervisor.

What advice would you give me for me to be successful at ERMCO?

Stay positive, eager to learn and be a team player.

How can I support our team and add value to ERMCO?

Come to work everyday, work safely, give it your all, follow the rules and help your team.

Who should I speak to if I have questions, concerns, suggestions about my work environment? What is the chain of command?

It's best if speak with your lead person first, then me if you are not satisfied. If the issue persists, you should speak to the Pole Plant Manufacturing Manager John Taylor.

What is the best way for me to communicate with you?

Come to my office. I am available at the end of third shift and the beginning of second.

If I can't make it to work, what do I do?

Call 731-288-4250 at least one hour prior to your shift. That is the Pole Tank and Paint Department office number. If no one answers, leave a clear message with your first and last name, department, shift and reason for missing work.

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Tank Department Shift Leaders
Department Phone: 731-288-4250
Phillip Wilson
1st shift A Line (6:30AM to 2:30PM)

Philip began his career at ERMCO in 2017 as a Pole Welder in the Tank Shop. He's worked as a Shift Leader since his promotion in 2019. 'What I like most about ERMCO is that anyone can walk in off the street and move into leadership positions with time and hard work." Philip enjoys working with his team on A-line because they don't need to be micromanaged. "Everyone comes in and knows what needs to be done. When they run into an issue, they quickly come together and figure it out. Their experience as a whole is a great asset to me."

Jay Bailey
1st shift - B Line (6:30AM to 2:30PM)

Jay began his career at ERMCO in October 2016 as a Welder in the Pole Tank Department. He was promoted to Tank Department Shift Leader one year later. Jay likes working at ERMCO because of our products' impact on families worldwide. He said that his team is dependable and does what it takes to meet customer needs and get the job done.

Daniel Gilliand
2nd shift (2:30PM to 10:30PM)

Daniel began his career at ERMCO in October 2019 as a Welder and Leak Tester in the Pole Plant Tank Department. In June 2021, he was promoted to Pole Plant Tank Department Second Shift Leader. Daniel likes working at ERMCO because of the team-based setting. "It's great to see people working together to build a product that impacts the whole world." He enjoys getting to know people and learning about their personalities and life experiences.

Derek Parker
3rd Shift (10:30PM to 6:30AM)

Derek began his career at ERMCO in August 2018 in the Pad Plant Tank Department, operating the bottom welder. Derek has always worked in the Tank Department, so he's experienced at operating the Bottom Welder, the Amada, and the Seam Welder. He was promoted to his current position in April 2022. Derek enjoys working at ERMCO because of the opportunities for advancement. When asked about his team, he said, "I have an outstanding team. They help new employees learn by sharing mistakes they have made in the past. Communication is always open; they know they can talk to me about anything."

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Paint Department Shift Leaders
Department Phone: 731-288-4250
Adam Morris, 1st Shift

Adam Morris began his career at ERMCO in 2006 as a Line Loader in the Pad Plant Paint Department. After five years, he bid on a job in the Winding Room of the Three Phase Plant, where he worked as a Primary Winder for five additional years. In 2017, he assisted in the start-up of the Three Phase Paint Department, where he worked as a Painter/Line Loader for a year before being promoted to First Shift Leader over Paint, Tank Weld, Amada, Break Press, and Band Mill. In July 2021, Adam moved to the Pole Plant as First Shift Paint Department Leader. Adam enjoys working at ERMCO because of the family environment. "We are a small group in the Pole Plant with around 11 team members a shift. We are a close-knit group. We always get together outside of work because we enjoy each other's company and always help each other."

Adam Morris
1st shift (6:30AM to 2:30PM)

Adam Morris began his career at ERMCO in 2006 as a Line Loader in the Pad Plant Paint Department. After five years, he bid on a job in the Winding Room of the Three Phase Plant, where he worked as a Primary Winder for five additional years. In 2017, he assisted in the start-up of the Three Phase Paint Department, where he worked as a Painter/Line Loader for a year before being promoted to First Shift Leader over Paint, Tank Weld, Amada, Break Press, and Band Mill. In July 2021, Adam moved to the Pole Plant as First Shift Paint Department Leader. Adam enjoys working at ERMCO because of the family environment. "We are a small group in the Pole Plant with around 11 team members a shift. We are a close-knit group. We always get together outside of work because we enjoy each other's company and always help each other."

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Troy Sweatt, 3rd Shift

Troy began his career at ERMCO in August 2011 at the Three Phase Plant in the Metal Prep Department. He worked on the shake table and press brakes. "After ten years, I bid on a job in the Paint Department at the Pole Plant." After a year, Troy was promoted to Pole Plant Paint Department Shift Leader. "What I like most about working at ERMCO is the ability to grow with the company. The pay is also competitive, and the benefits are awesome. It gives me the resources I need to care for my family." When asked to describe his team, Troy said, "I have a team that works well together. They communicate and focus on the task to get the job done. What I like most about my crew is that if they run into problems or issues, they talk to me about it and feel confident that we can resolve the issues."

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2nd shift (2:30PM to 10:30PM)
Troy Sweat - Third Shift
(10:00PM to 6:00AM) Painters/Unpluggers
(10:30PM to 6:30AM) Pluggers

Troy began his career at ERMCO in August 2011 at the Three Phase Plant in the Metal Prep Department. He worked on the shake table and press brakes. "After ten years, I bid on a job in the Paint Department at the Pole Plant." After a year, Troy was promoted to Pole Plant Paint Department Shift Leader. "What I like most about working at ERMCO is the ability to grow with the company. The pay is also competitive, and the benefits are awesome. It gives me the resources I need to care for my family." When asked to describe his team, Troy said, "I have a team that works well together. They communicate and focus on the task to get the job done. What I like most about my crew is that if they run into problems or issues, they talk to me about it and feel confident that we can resolve the issues."