WINCO is a family-owned business with almost 80 employees. We thought it would be great to meet them!
At this time of year the world focuses around family. That is why we found it fitting that our Get to Know blog this month should focus on our only father and son team working at WINCO!
Father
Name: Greg Mettler
Position: Punch Press
Hobbies: Cat fishing, ice fishing, BBQ when it is nice out, motorcycling
Son
Name: Cole Mettler
Position: Welder
Hobbies: Fishing, truck derby
Greg
Q: How long have you worked at WINCO?
A: About a year
Q: Tell me a little bit about your family.
A: I have been married to my wife, Michelle for 31 years. We have 3 boys, Tyler, Cole, and Max. We have one grandson and another grandchild on the way.
Q: What type of motorcycle do you have?
A: I have a Harley Wide Glide. In the summer we go on great rides.
Q: How is it working with your son Cole?
A: We hardly see each other, since we work in different areas. So it’s going good.
Cole
Q: How long have you worked at WINCO?
A: 5 years.
Q: Tell me a little bit about your family.
A: I have been with my girlfriend, Courtlynn, since high school, so 10 years. We have a son, Riley and a baby girl due in April.
Q: Were you able to participate in the truck derby this year?
A: No it was cancelled due to the Covid outbreak.
Q: Has the Covid outbreak changed your holiday plans?
A: No, we are still getting together with our family to celebrate the holidays.
I appreciate you two for taking time to talk to me and enjoy working with you two!
If you come to visit, make sure to stop by and say ‘Hi’ to Greg and Cole!
Stay tuned, next month we will meet up with another great employee.
See you soon!
