"Did you... figure all this out by yourself?"
Yu Dong listened to Zhang Yang eloquently speaking, and as he looked at this peer a few years younger than himself, his gaze changed.
Zhang Yang nodded: "You could say that! Now, the secret brown sugar syrup is one of my flagship products. It's been selling for almost half a year! The repurchase rate is quite good!"
"Since you also understand the technology, why do you still want to hire me? Although my major is related, it's mostly theoretical knowledge. My practical skills might not be as good as yours," Yu Dong said calmly.
Zhang Yang grinned: "I have other things to do! The company needs to develop, and while I can control the big direction, I can't spend all my time buried in the lab!
I always believe in letting professionals do professional work, so after noticing on the forum that you're different from ordinary fishing enthusiasts, I called to chat with you!
Although my place is small, the benefits will definitely satisfy you. How about considering joining my company? Let's collaborate!"
A statement about letting professionals handle professional tasks touched the most tender part of Yu Dong's heart.
Currently, he works at a feed factory, bearing the title of a technician but doing work with no technical content. In terms of professional recognition, Zhang Yang's few words were a direct hit, tremendously impactful.
"I... I'm tempted, but I need to think about it! If necessary, I'd like to visit your fishing tackle company!"
Faced with the olive branch, Yu Dong hesitated a bit, unable to make a decisive decision.
"Sure! I can take you for a tour around the company, the factory, and my store!
Our company is just starting, but the development direction is clear, business potential is huge, and the company's structure is basically complete. You can look without worry! Let me know when you're available, and I'll pick you up!" Zhang Yang continued.
"No time like the present, how about today if it's convenient?" Yu Dong said, seeing Zhang Yang's openness and expressing eager anticipation.
"All right, shall we head out now? I'll give you a lift!"
...
After effective communication, Zhang Yang and Yu Dong went downstairs and got into a van, driving towards the town.
With Zhang Yang leading the way, they first took a quick look at the company's office location, then went on to the mixed-use factory in town, and finally arrived at Zhang Yang's store.
In Yu Dong's eyes, what Zhang Yang had told him was indeed without exaggeration.
The company was in its initial stages, the factory was real, and the fishing tackle store was real. This young handsome guy, younger than himself, actually had a series of ventures.
In the fishing tackle store, Wang Yan, seeing Zhang Yang bringing someone back, sensibly greeted them and left early. In his own domain, Zhang Yang naturally made some tea, continuing to entice Yu Dong, this talent.
"You've seen the general situation, how do you feel? Can you give me a definite answer?" Zhang Yang poured him a cup of tea and asked with a smile.
Yu Dong adjusted his black-framed glasses: "It seems quite legitimate! The scale isn't large, but it has everything it needs, stronger than I expected! If I join, what work would you need me to do?"
"For a talent like you, of course, it's research! Researching bait production techniques, researching herbal formulas, researching the new generation of fish attractants!
To be honest, I also have friends researching this area, who can privately provide many reliable research directions. You just need to fully utilize your expertise, and together we can surely achieve results!"
"Researching is very costly. In my home, it's just small-scale efforts, and many materials and substances for promoting fish feeding and attraction are expensive and have high wastage! Are you prepared for that?"
Yu Dong was very pleased with what Zhang Yang said and tossed out another question.
"Of course! If you come, I can immediately set up a small lab for you! As the company grows, the investment in the lab will also increase annually. Whatever you need, we'll buy it. I definitely won't be stingy with research funds!"
"Alright, I agree! I'll go back to the company tomorrow and handle my resignation!"
After receiving the final confirmation, Yu Dong did not hesitate to make a firm commitment on the spot.
"Great! Welcome to Mingyang Fishing Tackle Company!" Zhang Yang stood up formally, shaking hands with Yu Dong solemnly.
...
The next morning, Yu Dong went to work just like usual.
Before he had the chance to find his supervisor to report his resignation, he got scolded by the production director.
The situation was simple. The raw materials purchased were not up to standard, leading to noticeable flaws in the produced feed. The manager scolded the director, who then vented his anger on the technician.
The chubby production director had no intention of self-reflection, spitting saliva as he scolded Yu Dong.
"The factory pays you wages and insurance every month, what's the use? Wandering around the production line all day, can't you see that the product is not up to standard? A month's bonus deduction, and write a review to be read during tomorrow's meeting!"
On a normal day, Yu Dong could only grit his teeth and listen, absolutely helpless. Technicians nominally have production responsibilities, but all the decision-making regarding materials and formulas rested in the hands of the leaders, leaving Yu Dong with no say.
Using cheap materials for economy reasons, what's it got to do with the technicians?
However, today was different from usual. After the supervisor's outburst, Yu Dong didn't indulge him, glared coldly, and unhurriedly replied, "I already warned you about the poor material quality! Now you want me to take the fall for the problem? I can't write that review!"