Wang Yu's words startled everyone.
Distributing money?
The meeting was about that?
And who were the other two people?
Everyone at the auto factory's gaze shifted between Andre and Liu Lu. Both had come to attend Wang Yu's meeting. Wu Lingling, however, found it inconvenient to attend Wang Yu's internal auto factory meeting and instead went directly to pick up Wang Ling from school.
Many people recognized Liu Lu. Jiangyang County wasn't that large, and the factories interacted with each other. As a dispatcher at the steel plant, many knew Liu Lu. What puzzled everyone was why she was here.
And then there was that strong, bear-like international friend. What was he here for?
Everyone muttered to themselves. Then Wang Yu tapped the table and cleared his throat, signaling the start of the meeting.
"Cough, cough, I have a few things to tell you all."
As Wang Yu began speaking, everyone quieted down, their eyes focused on him.
"First, this is Andre, a technical expert from the Ice Bear Kingdom, specializing in machinery production and manufacturing. I specifically recruited him from the provincial capital to serve as the head of the technical department.
I went to the provincial capital and won a competition against Qinglu Group, earning 10 million yuan. This will be used to construct an automated mechanical production line, which he will guide and be responsible for. Please welcome him."
As Wang Yu finished, a sparse scattering of applause ensued, not particularly enthusiastic.
After Liu Wenming defected to the agricultural machinery factory, the technical department had been leaderless, and Wang Yu had taken charge himself, so no one had vied for his position.
Now, Wang Yu had gone out and brought back an expert? An overseas expert from the Ice Bear Kingdom? Was this the so-called "foreign monks chanting sutras better"?
At this moment, all the cadres felt a sense of unease, fearing that Wang Yu, like many other factories, might be infatuated with so-called overseas experts and consequently neglect or slight them.
Although Wang Yu appeared very approachable in his daily demeanor, there was no denying that he was the absolute decision-maker in the factory.
If he truly decided to promote or dismiss someone, no one could object!
Hence, the applause was not very lively.
However, Brother Hu, who attended the meeting as the transportation captain, clapped without hesitation.
The appointments and dismissals of others had nothing to do with him, Tiger. As the most loyal subordinate (lackey) of the small factory director, Brother Hu felt that all he needed to do was cling to Wang Yu's coattails.
Moreover... these guys had no sense of observation. Their leader, Wang Yu, had spoken, and they weren't clapping immediately. They were so clueless!
They didn't even know who paid their salaries!
Brother Hu scornfully scanned the people around him, his lips curling in disdain.
The small factory director had actually hired a foreign expert; how amazing was that!
Andre naturally observed the situation. The crowd didn't seem particularly enthusiastic about him, but Brother Hu's enthusiastic applause touched him deeply. He nodded kindly towards him.
"Second, I intend to make Liu Lu my chief secretary, responsible for overseeing and managing all internal affairs of the factory. She will have the authority to manage all matters, big and small."
As soon as Wang Yu's words fell, they were met with a wave of backlash.
"What?"
"Impossible!"
"Small factory director, are you joking?"
...
Everyone spoke up. If appointing a technical minister from outside was somewhat understandable and acceptable,
what was this about Liu Lu? And giving her such significant power, responsible for all internal affairs, big and small, wouldn't that make her akin to a grand eunuch in ancient times?
Even the usually composed old director, Li Ming,'s expression shifted slightly.
He wasn't worried about his own power or position, but feared that Liu Lu, suddenly holding so much authority, might make mistakes.
"Small factory director, the factory's affairs are very complex. This young Miss Liu lacks experience. Might it be difficult for her to take charge of such a significant role?"
Li Ming subtly reminded Wang Yu, genuinely fearing he was acting on impulse and that any trouble would be disastrous. The factory was flourishing right now and couldn't afford any setbacks!
"Nonsense. Since the small factory director trusts Miss Liu, she will naturally be capable. Are you doubting the small factory director?"
Before Wang Yu could speak, Brother Hu leaped out, stating directly.
For Brother Hu, whatever Wang Yu said was right, and he would unconditionally support him, especially since he was the one paying his bonuses!
Besides, the small factory director was now well-off. What was wrong with having a beautiful secretary?
Didn't they see them exchanging glances at the Red Moon Dance Hall before? Later, the small factory director had even stepped up for her several times.
There must be something fishy... Ah, no, the small factory director had a discerning eye for talent.
Brother Hu immediately began to exclaim vociferously, his tone earnest and passionate.
"Wang Quanhu, we are discussing factory matters, and you are not allowed to spout nonsense."
Old Director Li Ming seemed angered. Brother Hu was a typical sycophant and a treacherous fellow! The small factory director was young, and if he were misled by someone like him, it would be a serious problem if he took the wrong path!
"Alright, stop arguing."
Wang Yu extended his hand to stop them. "Liu Lu, as my assistant secretary, will only be responsible for miscellaneous matters and some comprehensive planning arranged by me. She will not interfere with your respective areas of work, so you don't need to worry about it affecting the factory's production."
"Furthermore, she is currently still at the steel plant and will only join us later. I will arrange for her organizational relationship to be transferred, and she can begin with an internship trial period for now."
"This..."
Everyone exchanged glances. If she was only responsible for miscellaneous tasks, it wasn't entirely unacceptable. But this set a bad precedent! What if Wang Yu suddenly had a whim and appointed someone else?
"And on major matters, I will personally take control, so don't worry," Wang Yu's words concluded the dispute.
He had now established absolute authority, and the others had nothing more to say.
Then Wang Yu urged them to oversee the production of orders. After going to the provincial capital and encountering Li Mo, so many orders had suddenly come in, along with the large orders for fuel-assisted vehicles that Wu Lingling had placed before they left. These all required overtime.
Fortunately, Secretary Yang had sent over 200 workers from state-owned factories. With sufficient manpower, they could barely maintain production capacity. It was just that the workers were exhausted from working overtime for days on end!
However, compared to the workers in state-owned factories who couldn't even receive their wages, no one complained. In fact, they wished Wang Yu would let them work even more overtime!
"So, the last matter." Wang Yu clasped his hands. "There are many orders recently, and the benefits are very good. Everyone and the workers are exhausted. Therefore, I have decided to grant a day off for rest and also distribute a bonus!"
What? A bonus?
Basic salary, grade salary, performance bonus, profit-sharing bonus, overtime bonus... We've run out of appropriate reasons to issue bonuses!
Someone asked Wang Yu, to which he responded with a snap of his fingers, "That's simple. We'll give out holiday pay using the holiday reason."
Everyone looked at each other, bewildered. It's only the end of May. We already used Labor Day as a reason to issue a large bonus before. And then a few workers got drunk and got into fights with others.
Now, what holiday would they use as a reason to issue a bonus?
The months were later this year. Even the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival was still more than half a month away!
"No holiday? Can't you just pick a nearby holiday? I think we should just go with Children's Day."
Wang Yu said irritably, then pondered and mumbled,
"Just tell all the workers that to celebrate Children's Day, everyone gets a day off and a holiday bonus of 300 yuan."
What? Children's Day? Is the small factory director serious?