Newmar Corporation recently announced Ramco Engineering its 2020 Virgil Miller Award of Excellence winner.
The award is presented to Newmar’s top supplier at an annual banquet each year. Although this year’s banquet was cancelled because of COVID-19, the award was presented to Ramco employees at their Elkhart, Indiana, plant Oct. 16. The presentation included a surprise lunch from Ricky’s Taco Truck.
“Ramco is very deserving of this prestigious award,” stated Matt McQuown, VP of supply chain for Newmar. “Their support and commitment to Newmar is evident in the delivery, quality and service they present to us each day.”
The award is based on data from surveys measuring each supplier in multiple categories. Cumulative scores are taken from a cross-functional review of Newmar’s purchasing, manufacturing, quality, service and engineering departments.
In addition, specific individuals are recognized for their service, dedication and commitment to Newmar. Ramco Account Manager Brian Paul was recognized the same day as winner of the 2020 top salesperson.
“Brian works hard every day making sure every project goes smoothly,” stated Tonya Avery, Newmar purchasing agent. “He’s here at all hours of the day and night to support the line, purchasing, engineering or wherever he is needed.”
“Both Ramco and Brian are critical to Newmar’s continued success,” Newmar President Matt Miller stated. “In the pandemic of 2020, it’s very difficult for the supply base to continue servicing at a high level and both Ramco and Brian have done that for Newmar.”
Other winners of annual awards, including Top 10 Supplier, Customer Service, Engineering Innovation, Manufacturing Support and Top Driver, will be presented to companies in the coming weeks.
Newmar will return to its in-person annual banquet format for 2021.
