Siheyuan: Game of Red Dust

Chapter 12 Work Planning
The onboarding process went very smoothly.

However, today I am only here to handle the onboarding process, and the actual working hours also need to be further arranged by Li Weidong.

Of course, Director Wang and Secretary Zhang hope that Li Weidong will come to work as soon as possible.

"Working hours need to be arranged as soon as possible. Many machine tools and equipment in the steel rolling mill also need experienced people to ensure smooth operation. Although there are three engineers in the factory, many of the equipment are from the Russian side. Once a problem occurs, it takes a long time to repair it.

Many times, we even need to apply for more senior engineers to handle the matter. As you know, there is a shortage of engineers everywhere now, and sometimes we have to wait for a month.

It has seriously affected the factory's production efficiency, and the factory is currently rushing to increase production. If you can help for one more day, Secretary Zhang and I will be more at ease."

Director Wang said sincerely.

Li Weidong immediately said, "There's no way today. I've been away from home for four years, and the house is uninhabitable. The street construction team will be here today to renovate it, and work will start soon. I have to go back. I think the official start date will be tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, Director Wang immediately said, "No matter how anxious we are, it won't happen in just one or two days. You just came back, so you can rest for a few more days."

Li Weidong shook his head and said, "I don't need to rest. I can come to work tomorrow. We can't delay building our country for a single day."

Director Wang said with satisfaction, "Engineer Li's spirit is worthy of everyone's learning. Tomorrow, we will hold an induction ceremony for Engineer Li so that everyone can get to know him."

"Then there's no need for that!" Li Weidong said a little embarrassedly.

Li Weidong could imagine that he would stand in front of all the workers tomorrow, with everyone looking at him. If another big red flower came, it would be too embarrassing.

Secretary Zhang said, "It's absolutely necessary. It's an honor for everyone in the steel mill that Mr. Li is willing to come here. A welcoming ceremony is essential."

Li Weidong did not insist on this and said:
"I have something to ask. I'm renovating my house and plan to install heating pipes. In the future, I plan to develop my own home heating equipment, and the pipes need to be laid in the floor in advance. So I plan to buy some galvanized pipes from the steel mill. I'd like to ask the director and secretary to help me out. I'll pay the price I need."

This is public property, so Li Weidong naturally has to pay for it.

This was just a small matter, so Director Wang and Secretary Zhang agreed to it without hesitation.

The main work of a steel rolling mill is to produce various rails, water pipes, and various pipes, which are originally products of rolled steel.

Li Weidong used it for himself, so it was nothing at all.

In the warehouse, there are a lot of iron pipes stored, which can be provided to Li Weidong at any time.

"After you start working tomorrow, go directly to the warehouse and get whatever you need. But this is public property, and you know that the factory will only give you the cost price at most," said Director Wang.

Li Weidong was very satisfied with this. Being able to get the iron pipes at cost price was enough for him to save hundreds of yuan.

Li Weidong then took out a document and handed it to the two of them, saying, "This is my future work plan. After joining the company, I will first ensure the operation of all the equipment in the steel rolling mill and see if I can upgrade it. I will also teach other engineers and technicians in the factory and help them improve their professional skills."

I will also develop products suitable for our steel mill and some military weapons, and I hope the factory director and secretary can give me more support in these areas."

At this moment, hearing Li Weidong's words, both Director Wang and Secretary Zhang felt like they had found a treasure.

Engineers are common in factories, but engineers with independent R&D capabilities are truly rare. Frankly speaking, a hundred ordinary engineers are not as good as one with independent R&D capabilities.

At this moment, the two of them also understood why they had received so many inquiries from the Ministry of Industry in the past few days, and also understood why the Ministry of Industry attached so much importance to Li Weidong.

Ever since they learned that Li Weidong had independently designed a mechanical watch, the two of them have been looking forward to Li Weidong's future career direction.

Unexpectedly, the other person was so aware that he had already made plans for his future work before even starting work. This made the two of them feel much more at ease.

Secretary Zhang was delighted but also asked seriously, "Does this need to be kept confidential?"

"I was just about to say something confidential. It must be kept confidential!" Li Weidong said:

"My next research direction has two main points, but they are only known to you two. One is carbon fiber materials, and the other is special steel. Both are absolutely confidential. If my research fails, I have nothing to say. If the research succeeds, the fewer people who know about the whole process, the better."

They knew that special steel was a key project that countless people in the flower-growing family were currently working on.

As for carbon fiber material, it was the first time they heard of it, but since it could be compared with special steel, it must be an extraordinary material.

"There is a small warehouse next to the technical department. I will have someone clean it up today and it will be available for you to use in the future. What other equipment do you need? We will do our best to arrange it." Director Wang said immediately and decisively.

"Currently, I need a small forging press, a small steelmaking boiler, a bench, a lathe, and a carbon element tester..."

Li Weidong took out his notebook from his arms, or actually from the space, and tore off the three pages containing the equipment and experimental materials he needed, and handed them to the two of them.

Director Wang and Secretary Zhang took a look at the list and their faces suddenly became serious. Some of the materials on it were things they had never even heard of, and some were controlled items that were prohibited from circulation.

However, these are not big problems for steel mills. At worst, they can just ask the higher-level industrial ministry for help.

The two believed that with Li Weidong's face, there would be no problem at all.

"As for confidentiality, once the materials arrive, I will have the security department provide 24-hour security for the small warehouse. No unauthorized personnel will be allowed to approach, not even the security department." Secretary Zhang said seriously.

Confidentiality is something that is taken very seriously during this period.

Li Weidong had no objection to this. Although the Flower Growers had a history of eleven years, some espionage activities were still quite active.

Therefore, confidentiality must also be ensured.

Once all the above materials and equipment are available, Li Weidong can start research and development and produce the special steel and carbon fiber materials as soon as possible.

At that time, even if the steel rolling mill is unable to produce, it can be handed over to the Ministry of Industry. Not only will Li Weidong make a great contribution, but the steel rolling mill can also gain merit.

However, for Director Wang and Secretary Zhang, they did not expect Li Weidong to really succeed, but they had to give it a try.

Look at what this young man can accomplish.

It doesn't matter if you fail
(End of this chapter)