Home Community Monett’s leaders in industry in 2022 Monett’s leaders in industry in 2022March 28, 2023Community Mark Conner (center left) and Eric Merriman (center right), of Industrial Machine and Engineering Company (IMEC) received a Supplier Excellence Award from Essex Industries representatives Joe Laktas (left) and Chad Leftwich (right). Laktas, Essex’s supplier quality manager, credited IMEC’s quality, on-time delivery and pricing as some of the key metrics for winning the award. “To be recognized by one of our customers is truly an honor,” said Eric Merriman, IMEC plant manager. “It really shows what a great team we have here. Everyone here has a hand in making these parts for Essex, from the front office to the production floor to shipping and every point in between. This is an award we all share.” Contributed photo. Contributed photo Last year was a banner year for local industry, with IMEC being honored for its efforts, and Schreiber Foods announcing the creating of a new… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close Previous Post Sam Anne Glidden Next Post Expectations set in Purdy