A year of continuous adjustment in direction and self-improvement — 2016 Work Summary — gu*oaye

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This post was last edited by gu*oaye on 2017-1-17 at 11:40. Year-end Summary for 2016: In the blink of an eye, 2016 has passed. Looking back on our work this year, our workshop would like to first thank the company’s management for their support, our colleagues for their generous assistance, and the employees from other departments for their full cooperation in our workshop’s tasks. The workshop had a relatively smooth operation throughout the year; there were achievements and gains, as well as mistakes and shortcomings. Based on the work performance throughout 2016, a summary of the year’s work is as follows: I. Completion of work tasks: The production workshop produced over 8,600 tons in 2016; although this figure is still some distance from the production targets set at the beginning of the year, it represented an increase of nearly 30% compared to 2015. . The first-phase unit has maintained stable operation, while the second-phase unit successfully completed its commissioning and has entered a state of stable operation. II. Specific tasks in the production workshop: In 2016, the first phase of the installation operated stably, with a high rate of quality products being produced ； In line with production requirements, we automated some of the equipment in the production facilities, reducing the workload for employees and improving work efficiency ； The key equipment that had problems in the production facility was repaired and replaced. To ensure the smooth production of the second-phase facility, we adjusted the equipment in the tank area, modifying some of the raw material and product storage tanks ； Treatment pipelines for the methanol azeotrope have been installed in the two reactors of Phase 1, thereby increasing the processing speed of the azeotrope and preventing production disruptions in the Phase 2 facility due to an excess of this azeotrope. Under the guidance of engineers, partial modifications were made to the production process; new reaction inhibitors were introduced, and numerous tests were conducted along with adjustments to the process to ensure the smooth commissioning of the second-phase facility. Qualified products were successfully produced and stored by mid-year, and now the needs of customers with special requirements can also be largely met. By the end of the year, all inspections related to safety, energy efficiency, and occupational health were completed successfully ； The production of several newly developed products is progressing smoothly; two of these new products have already begun production, while technical preparations have been completed for the remaining products, allowing them to start production once the conditions are met. The analysis rooms and laboratories have been gradually improved, with additional experimental equipment added to enhance the level and speed of testing, which is of great help in the production of new products. III. Problems and shortcomings in workshop operations Although production proceeded smoothly throughout the year, there were still many issues. In the first phase of the plant, the design of the pipelines for the azeotrope between methanol and methyl methacrate was inadequate; as a result, material B flowed back into material A, causing a high content of B in A and leading to substandard product quality ； An incident of material polymerization occurred in the reactor of the second-phase unit ； There were 4 material leakage incidents throughout the year. There was a slight increase in various unit consumption levels during production. Specifically, the power consumption increased slightly, while the steam consumption for the products was higher than in previous years due to process improvements in the second-phase facility. The unit consumption of various raw materials was as follows: D amounted to 0.719 tons per ton of product, E was 0.522 tons, and F was 0.531 tons, remaining relatively stable compared to 2015. Although efforts have been made within the workshop to improve employees’ skills and provide them with training, there are still a very small number of employees who lack enthusiasm, have outdated technical knowledge, and insufficient practical skills. As a result, coordination among team members is poor, and production operations do not proceed smoothly. IV. Personal work situation: For me personally, 2016 was a year full of challenges – from the construction of the new units in Phase 2, to establishing the proper processes for operating those units, making adjustments to Processes A and B, as well as developing and putting new products into production. All of these represented significant challenges for me. Fortunately, it was possible to complete most of the production tasks fairly smoothly that year, which is quite satisfying. Only two of the annual work goals were achieved; it is hoped that in the new year, the production processes can be further optimized, and production tasks can be completed with both quality and quantity ensured. There are still some issues with the management of the workshop; the system-based management is not robust enough, responsibilities are not clearly defined, and there is a lack of training for employees ； The lack of timely routine inspections and evaluations of workshop work results in insufficient discipline among employees, which has a certain impact on production activities. In terms of personal learning: I need to learn more from various leaders and colleagues, strengthen my knowledge and skills in chemical production, read more books, and attend more training sessions related to production and management. I should also learn about advanced and efficient processing techniques and management methods in order to improve my technical capabilities. This year, I was fortunate to be involved in the preparations for the exhibition in Shanghai as well as to attend the coating exhibition in Guangzhou. Through these two events, I obtained a great deal of information and learned a lot; I gained an understanding of our company’s market position as well as the market situation for our products. Our competitors are making new developments, which makes it clear that we need to work harder to improve the quality and volume of our products, enhance our competitiveness in the market, and expand our market share. V. Issues to be addressed in the new work cycle 1. Optimize the second-phase process to reduce various unit consumptions. Under the new process conditions of the second-phase facility, the process is still in the adjustment phase; we aim to leverage everyone’s efforts during the new year to optimize this process, reduce the use of utility services, improve their efficiency, and cut down on the consumption of auxiliary materials. 2. Strengthen maintenance capabilities and improve maintenance systems. Enhance maintenance efforts, increase the frequency of routine equipment maintenance, improve production efficiency, prevent equipment failures in advance, reduce emergency repairs, and avoid downtime caused by equipment maintenance. Increase the number of equipment managers; it is necessary to understand the condition of the equipment. Special attention and inspection should be given to those areas or pieces of equipment that frequently experience problems, and timely maintenance should be carried out. Spare parts for such equipment should be kept on hand to avoid last-minute rushes that could disrupt on-site operations ； Working under emergency repair conditions can have a negative impact on the equipment being repaired. When workers are working under pressure to complete the task quickly, they may not examine the equipment carefully, resulting in inadequate repairs that lead to problems. 3. Further increase the level of automation in production. Transform those equipment or pipelines that can be made automated, thereby reducing the workload for on-site workers, minimizing various leaks and other issues that arise from on-site operations, and cutting down on the need for manual labor. This is especially important in the intermittent production of products in the second-phase facility, as excessive mental and physical strain can lead to carelessness among workers, which may result in various accidents. 4. Strengthen corporate culture building. By taking advantage of the downtime during production, organize various group activities for employees, such as team-building exercises, group trips, and various sports (amateur) competitions. This not only helps to create a better working atmosphere but also fosters understanding among employees, enhances their sense of unity and cohesion, and improves their beliefs and values. 5. Improve the benefits for outstanding employees and refine the systems for employee promotion and rewards/punishments. It is recommended to establish a grading system for employees, distinguishing between those who are outstanding (key personnel) and ordinary employees, raising the salaries of outstanding employees, creating reasonable pathways for promotion, and ensuring a system that combines both incentives and penalties. Top-performing employees should be promoted or rewarded, while those who are performing poorly need to be given training to help them improve their skills. It is also important to boost employees’ initiative and enthusiasm at work; when necessary, we can resort to eliminating those who do not meet the standards. 6. Improve talent reserves and strengthen management: Establish our own talent pool, use various methods to identify or get in touch with high-quality candidates, enhance both the quality and quantity of available talents, and strengthen our talent resources. It is appropriate to reach out to those who were not selected previously, those who submitted resumes online, or those referred to us; there should be suitable candidates for each position. When employees leave, appropriate replacements can be quickly found to ensure the smooth operation of various departments and positions. The personnel specialist should maintain appropriate communication with key employees, stay informed about their psychological state, reduce turnover among these employees, and identify any issues in company management by providing timely feedback to help improve the company’s management standards. In short, in the new year, we need to be more diligent in our work, learn from our supervisors, seek their advice humbly, and maintain regular communication with our colleagues. We should strive to improve various plans and systems to ensure everything is foolproof. In addition, it is necessary to strengthen employee training and assessment, as well as increase the frequency of routine inspections ； Further refine responsibilities and clarify duties ； Continue to learn*, improve oneself, take a leading role, do a good job in the workshop tasks, and successfully complete all the tasks assigned by the management. January 2016