What is the name of the business you are nominating?
Getman Corp.
Who are the owner(s) and/or principals in this company?
Getman is Family owned
Business Contact Information
59750 34th Ave.
Bangor, MI 49013
(269) 427-5611
How many people work at the company you are nominating?
100 employees
Tell us the story behind the nominated company. What does it do, and what sets them apart from other companies in the region?
Getman is a global supplier of mobile equipment, with over 65 years of experience in customer-focused solutions for the underground mining industry. Adapting Getman to the changing dynamics of the market and positioning it for continued long term success is what sets Getman apart from other companies in the region.
In your own words, why do you think this company deserves to be declared to be one of the 20 Best Places to Work in Michigan’s Great Southwest?
Getman is a great place to work. the culture, benefits, longevity, commitment and customer focus. Not stressful and great pay just a great company to work for. Nice environment and they offer tuition reimbursement in order to advance your skillset and career. The facilities and benefits are great. They provide uniforms, boots, RX protective glasses to all floor operations employees. There is endless free coffee. There are quarterly buffet lunches and parties provided for celebratory reasons for retirements, Superbowl, March Madness and holidays. Paid time off as well as option to purchase additional time off. They encourage a happy work/ life balance. Getman is extremely proud of the safety their products provide as well as the safety of the employees themselves that create the machines. A great place to work.
What makes workers proud to say they work there, and keeps them a part of the team?
Workers feel valued and respected as an employee and they enjoy what they do and is surrounded by a fantastic team of understanding and amazing people. My company supports charities and the community, furthermore they treat their employees very well. Working together as a team is one of the best part of working at Getman.
Let’s pretend you’re writing a review for Google or Indeed. Give us your best recommendation for the nominated company that would make the rest of us wish we worked there, too.
We are a unique company of people committed to delivering total customer satisfaction by providing innovative, high technology equipment and services that set standards for quality, value and customer satisfaction. Promoting a corporate culture where teamwork, trust, individual responsibility, active involvement , open communication, high expectations and values are demonstrated by all team members. A great place to work.
What three key words best describe why this company is a Best Places to Work caliber company?
1.Family – Oriented
2.Customer service
3.Great place to work
As a Best Places to Work company “Super Hero,” what are the two most magical “Super Powers” this company seems to have on a day-to-day basis? (i.e., Ability to read minds, fly, invisibility, etc) And why?
– Safety
– Experience
Tell us about the leadership of the nominated company and what they do in order to:
A] Keep spirits and motivation high? Understand what motivates the employees
B] Keep innovation and fresh ideas advancing? Continuous Improvement
C] Keep communications open? Company wide meetings and newletters
Explain a specific “wow!” moment in this company’s history that is virtually “Hall of Fame” or “Best Practices” worthy, as an example to other companies in the region.
Getman had a monumental year building 187 truck in one year. I was a part of it, unbelievable. Had great doing it teamwork.
Best Places to Work have a reputation for not only working hard, but also for playing hard.
A] How does the nominated company honor or reward success? Service awards
B] How does the nominated company socialize as a team? Holiday parties, company picnics,
C] How does the nominated company get involved in community events? Impact our community by supporting non-profit organizations working towards youth development/education, environmental awareness and community support.
D] How does the nominated company celebrate life? Celebrate our efforts and successes by recognizing someone within Getman!
What one thing is special about your nominated company that most people in the community have no idea actually happens there, but should be shouted from the rooftops because it’s that cool?
That are Underground transportation trucks are right here in small Bangor, Mi USA!!!
Give us three employee perks or benefits that you think make the company you have nominated worthy of a Best Places to Work trophy?
1. Employee suggestion program
2. Celebrate the efforts and successes of employees
3. Corporate Giving program
Anything else you’d like to mention about this company, its’ leadership, etc?
Our core leadership team’s extensive mining background positions us to meet the demands of our global customer base. Getman Corp. is Great place to work.
