Jose Galnares has been at our Newport facility since 2005. As our March Employee Spotlight, here's what Jose had to say about his 17 years of experience with PHOENIX.
PHX: When did you first get started at PHOENIX? How have your responsibilities changed in the time that you’ve been here?
JG: I started as a lead in the warehouse department back on August 1, 2005 and went on to become a supervisor. Since then I’ve held the position of senior shipping material tech for the last 10 years.
PHX: What are some of the challenges and rewards of working in shipping and receiving?
JG: Dealing with last-minute orders for customers can be challenging, as well as learning all the different portals used for shipping. But because of the role I have, I have been able to build good relationships with a wide variety of carriers, and that has been very rewarding.
PHX: What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
JG: I watch all kinds of sports! I’m also an avid reader and enjoy traveling. This summer my wife and I are looking forward to celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary on Mackinaw Island, where we spent our honeymoon back in 1982. I also plan to head to Florida next year to see the Detroit Tigers play in some spring training games.
PHX: What’s your favorite product that has a PHOENIX cap?
JG: Peanuts! I like the Planters Lightly Salted brand and Meijer’s dry roasted as well.