by Tammi Simpson, on April 21, 2023 at 10:00 AM
Welcome back to our Employee Spotlight series, where we honor the terrific people who make Midco Material Handling the best in the business. In this edition, we're proud to introduce Wayne Hibbs. With over 4 decades of experience, Wayne's seen it all, including the founding of our Auburn branch. Read on to learn how Wayne started in forklifts, his favorite pastimes, and which hockey team he roots for. And if you've been following our series, you'll even notice a cameo by one of our previous honorees.
How Long Have You Worked at Auburn Midco?
I have worked for Midco since they started up in 2005.
How Many Years Do You Have of Technical Experience?
I have 45 years of technical experience.
How Did You Get Started as a Forklift Technician?
I started out as a tire technician in California.
What Do You Like About Your Job? Any Fun Facts?
I get satisfaction from helping our customers and getting their equipment up and running. It is something new every day.
How Is Midco Different From Other Places You’ve Worked?
Midco is like a family with no drama and lots of teamwork.
Tell Us About a Professional Achievement You Feel Especially Proud Of.
I'm proud of how I was a part of starting Midco up and seeing the growth over the years.
What Do You Do With Your Free Time?
I take care of my farm and farm animals during my free time.
What Is Your Favorite Local Sports Team, Local Bar, or Restaurant?
I enjoy going to a Thunderbirds hockey game.
The Midco Material Handling Family
Did you know that most workers in the US stay with a company for only 4 years? Not at Midco Material Handling. We believe the greatest endorsement of company culture is the longevity of our staff. Team members like Wayne don’t just say we’re a family, they make us one.
And speaking of family, did you notice our surprise cameo? It was last month's honoree, Boris Kogan. He and Wayne are good buddies. And the pair couldn't resist taking a photo together to mark the occasion.
We're always looking to add new members to the Midco Material Handling family. So if you're ready to join Wayne and all our team members, check out our exciting job opportunities. Apply online or browse all of our available positions on our Careers page.
Auburn 253-854-5438
Pasco 509-547-7413
Wenatchee 509-663-9009
Yakima 509-457-5137
Further Reading
Forklift Technician Spotlight: Boris Kogan
Tire Technician Spotlight: Duncan Bellotti
Forklift Technician Spotlight: Mark Anderson
