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As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, we at Mervis have continued to monitor the situation
and are aware of our responsibility to our employees, customers, and partners to do all that we can to reduce
our risk of spreading this virus. We are currently taking steps that are strictly pro-active and precautionary as
we have no indication at this point that any Mervis employees have become exposed to or have been at risk
of contracting this virus.

For the past three weeks, we have been implementing additional safety measures within all of our facilities
and with our employees so that we can continue to balance the needs of servicing our customers without
interruption with ensuring a safe and healthy environment for our employees and their families. Some of
these measures include, but are not limited to, practicing social distancing, a complete ban on business travel,
virtual elimination of in-person meetings in favor of digital, increased sanitization of facilities and
employees, limited access to the public within our corporate office and additional safety gloves and
sanitizers for our scale personnel who may be required to interact with the customers. We have also
implemented a work from home program for at-risk employees who can perform their duties remotely.
As of now, we do not anticipate any interruption in service to either our corporate or retail customers but we
will continue to monitor the situation and update our partners accordingly. We will do everything within our
power in these uncertain times to continue to provide a high-level of service while protecting our partners,
customers and employees.

Anyone with questions or concerns should feel free to reach out to us at our corporate headquarters at
217-442-5300.

Employees are the lifeblood of any successful operation. The impact of a cohesive and professional working team cannot be understated. Without hardworking employees, any operation is going to struggle. 

People work hard when they feel appreciated and valued, and any company that can make their employees feel valued is going to get the best work possible. Everyone wants to be valued, and working for a company that values you as an employee and as a person leads to you producing good work and being professionally satisfied.

How Do Companies Show That They Value Employees?

Companies dedicated to improving worker satisfaction and decreasing turnover will tell you that on paper, valuing employees should be easy. In practice, it’s a little more difficult. The most effective strategy for companies to value employees is a mix of recognition and rewards, both tangible and intangible.

A good salary can do wonders for employee satisfaction, but it’s not enough. To truly value the people who make an operation possible, companies must offer comprehensive benefits to cover an employee’s needs.

While not exhaustive, companies that value employees are often seen offering a variety of benefits to their employees.

Work-Life Balance

An employee’s life isn’t just about their work. A company that values their employees understands that all of their team members have lives off the job too. These companies provide avenues for flexibility and give paid time off and paid holidays to boot.

If you have a family, good companies work with you to make sure you are there when it’s most important. Have concerns about your schedule? Good companies will work with you to figure out a solution.

Companies that value employees also value their employees free-time and make sure to include that conversation as part of their hiring process.

Health Benefits

An employee’s life at work is heavily impacted by their health, both physical and emotional. A healthy employee is a happy employee. Good companies offer a comprehensive health package that includes health, vision, dental, and life insurance as well as an employee assistance program.

Ensuring the overall health and well-being of employees is vital to the long-term sustainability of any operation, and good companies know this.

Continuing Education

Making sure that there are avenues for continued growth and learning for employees is paramount for successful companies. Staying sharp and learning any updates to industry standards is not only beneficial to each employee, but also to the company.

Companies with an eye toward the future know that by investing in their employee’s education, they’re also investing in the company’s future success.

How Mervis Values Our Employees

When you join the Mervis team, you’re joining a team of dedicated and passionate professionals. We hire the best of the best, and it shows. Our work speaks for itself, and our employees are the driving force behind all of our stellar work.

We’re a company with integrity that treats our employees like family. And just like a family, Mervis cares about the well-being of every single team member. Our employees make us a better company. That’s why we’re happy to offer all of the above benefits to our team members.

Join our team today: https://www.mervis.com/join-our-team/