I had no idea what I wanted to do.
I took a look around and realised there were jobs out there that I'd never heard of before.
Like "process technician for coating technology".
steute makes switches, and I paint them.
I found out from the job centre
that steute had a traineeship in IT business management. When I started, I didn't have a clue.
But they take things slowly here at first, take time to look after their trainees.
And you can ask as many questions as you like.
I like the fact that I'm no longer checking circuit boards like at the beginning of my traineeship,
but that over the years they have given me more responsibility, such as operating the machines by myself.
It shows that they trust me to work well.
In the Accounts department I found it hard to understand the various processes,
but then they sat with me and explained it all to me patiently until I had got it.
They are also always on the look-out for external seminars which can help with additional training.
When I talk to others in my class at vocational college,
I realise that this level of support is not normal in all companies.
I always feel really motivated when I'm challenged and encouraged.
Wherever you are in this company, there are no silly questions. As a trainee that's great
because the worst that can happen is that you walk through the factory and are told:
"Sorry, I'm really busy at the moment, but come back in half an hour."
And then they answer all your questions.
I'm a creative solver, but not a creator.
I am good at taking ideas that others have had and then implementing them with a creative twist.
If you have an idea, it's never a bad moment to say: "Listen, I've got an idea".
In the Development department the colleagues are especially keen to hear new ideas.
They take me seriously.
Of course you have to show commitment, be involved, get stuck in.
We all pull together like one big family.
I like the fact that the trainees are all treated equally.
It's not dull and boring here,
the atmosphere is just great.