The atmosphere in the jeep had improved considerably. By the time they arrived at the factory, Yu Yao had already gotten along well with Xu Xiaohui and Zhu Xinmin, who had come to provide support.
After all, they came to help. If things get too tense, regardless of whether the other party is at fault, Yu Yao, the person who went to receive them, will always be criticized.
As Yu Yao said, Zhu Xinmin is just a child, there's no need to take it too seriously.
Upon arriving at the factory, Yu Yao led the two to Director Li's office. "Director Li, these are Comrade Xu Xiaohui and Comrade Zhu Xinmin from Yangcheng Food Factory who came to provide support. Also, Comrade Duo Hong was delayed by something and will come directly to the factory later."
"Okay, I got it. You go ahead and get busy, but come back every hour."
"OK."
Yu Yao closed the office door and went back to the new production line to attend to other matters.
The new production line has just started, and everything has to be done from scratch. In addition to getting familiar with the production line and the use of the machines, building a team and training workers are all preparations that need to be made in the early stages.
Xu Xiaohui and Zhu Xinmin helped with training the workers, but she had to do everything else on her own; she had a lot to do.
The new production line mainly produces Yelin brand canned goods, with the aim of preparing for the Canton Fair in April. The factory hopes to rely on the new production line to open up more international markets with canned goods that better meet international production standards, thereby generating foreign exchange for the country.
In those days, whether China wanted to purchase advanced production equipment or engage in production and trade with other countries, it could not do without foreign exchange.
Earning foreign exchange through exports is not only a personal honor, but also a source of pride for the country. Being able to work on the new production line not only means a raise, but also the potential to become a future foreman.
Therefore, ever since the announcement of the new production line, countless people have been inquiring about the entry requirements every day.
When Yu Yao became the new team leader, countless workers came to her wanting to join the team.
Among them were some workers who had a good relationship with Yu Yao.
Yu Yao didn't say it was a death sentence, but only that there would be an assessment later on, and those who passed the assessment could become workers on the new production line.
The new production line is crucial to the factory's future upgrade plan, so recruitment cannot be taken lightly. Director Wang and Director Li knew that many people were coming to see Yu Yao, and fearing that it would put her in a difficult position, they simply asked the factory's personnel department to help.
This gives her a reason not to be afraid of offending people and to be able to find suitable candidates.
Of course, the comrades in the personnel department only assisted; the actual decision was made by Yu Yao.
If the new production line wants to achieve results at the Canton Fair in April, it can only hire experienced workers.
On the way back, she asked Xu Xiaohui and Zhu Xinmin about the requirements for workers on the new production line. Afterwards, she went to Zhao Shengli, who had practical experience, and the foreman of the meat canning workshop at the main factory, and devised three assessments.
As soon as the news was announced, all the workers on the production line were in an uproar.
"Did you see that? The new production line workers will receive a 10 yuan monthly allowance on top of their previous wages."
"It's a pity I'm new to the factory. I wish I were an experienced worker. I envy you veteran employees; this is a great opportunity for promotion and salary increases in the future."
If the new production line is successful, the entire factory will gradually switch to the new machines. Whoever gets on the new production line first will have a significant advantage. Will promotions and raises be difficult afterward?
The veteran employees all had smiles on their faces. "You young people don't need to be envious. Just focus on improving your skills, and you'll have plenty of opportunities in the future."
Suddenly, someone in the crowd shouted:
"Oh my god, what did I just see? Look at the last one. The announcement says that the first batch of canned goods produced on the new production line will be one of the factory's representative canned goods to be sent to the Canton Fair in April this year."
Everyone else was stunned by the news. "Really? Let me see, my God, it's true!"
"I heard that the production line introduced this time meets international canned food production standards. The factory is very optimistic about it and plans to use this batch of canned food to participate in the Canton Fair. I thought it was just a rumor, but I didn't expect it to be true."
Haixing Food Factory is located in Guangdong Province. Although it has participated in the Canton Fair several times, it has always ranked last. Last year, it even returned empty-handed.
Compared to other factories in Guangdong Province, it had no advantage. This new production line fills this gap, giving it more opportunities to showcase itself to foreign businessmen.
At least people won't leave without even trying it just because they hear about your outdated production line. As for how much you can sell, that's hard to say. But no matter how bad it gets, it won't be worse than before.
"Being able to sell to foreigners and earn foreign exchange is an immense honor, a source of pride for our ancestors."
The crowd was buzzing with discussion, especially the veteran employees who were even more motivated to pass the assessment.
After having the personnel department staff post the recruitment requirements on the bulletin board, Yu Yao went to Director Li's office.
"Yu Yao, you've come at the right time. I still have to go to the factory director's meeting. Could you please take the two comrades who came to help out to the canteen for a meal? Please put the money and tickets on the tab."
After giving his instructions, Director Li left.
As Yu Yao led Xu Xiaohui and Zhu Xinmin out of the office, they heard someone call their names.
Xu Xiaohui turned around and smiled, saying, "Duo Hong, you're here! Come over here, let me introduce you. This is Comrade Yu Yaoyu, the foreman of Haixing Food Factory. Comrade Yu, this is Comrade Duo Hongduo, who is in charge of explaining the machine knowledge this time."
Yu Yao politely extended her hand: "Hello, Comrade Duo!"
Duo Hong glanced at her outstretched hand and said with a smile, "My hand just touched something unclean, so I won't shake hands with Comrade Yu."
After saying that, she casually took Xu Xiaohui's arm, ignoring Yu Yao, "Xiaohui, are you going to eat? I'm starving, let's go together."
Zhu Xinmin pursed his lips and muttered something like, "So pretentious."
Xu Xiaohui smiled awkwardly at Yu Yao, who didn't mind and led the three of them into the cafeteria.
As soon as Duo Hong entered the cafeteria, she couldn't help but cover her nose and gag. "What is this smell? It's making me want to throw up."
People around looked over, their eyes filled with hostility.
Xu Xiaohui quickly explained, "Duo Hong is pregnant and can't stand the smell of mutton. Xinmin, take Duo Hong back to the dormitory first, and I'll get some food to bring to you."
Yu Yao glanced at the blackboard and confirmed that lamb was indeed one of the main dishes served today.
Duo Hong covered her mouth and nose with a handkerchief. "Then I'll have to trouble Xiao Hui. Xinmin, lead the way."
Zhu Xinmin had always disliked Duo Hong's behavior and looked reluctant. "I don't want to go. It's not like this is your first time coming to Haixing Food Factory to help out. You know where the dormitory is. Go by yourself. I want to eat in the canteen. I saw it; the canteen has my favorite braised beef today."
Duo Hong was surprised that Zhu Xinmin was so disrespectful, and her face stiffened. "Fine, I'll go by myself then."
As she left, she passed by Yu Yao, glanced at her, and walked away arrogantly in her little leather shoes.
Yu Yao narrowed her eyes as she watched Duo Hong's departing figure.
This Duo Hong seems to harbor more than just ordinary hostility towards her?
Suddenly, her gaze was drawn to the doll on Duo Hongjun's satchel; the needle and thread looked somewhat familiar.
She remembered; it was Mu Hehe.
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