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Excellent learning curve to work independently.
Working at Columbus has strengthened my skills in patient care, triage, problem solving and ability to work independently. a typical work day, sometime is very busy where we have to deal with multiple patients under pressure and we overcome pressure through team work, co-operation and effective communication. I have learnt to follow strict procedures, accountability and give clear feedback. I enjoy working independently where i follow my own schedule to meet deadlines. The criteria of our physical fitness evaluation is very challenging and strain full as the person evaluating us seem not to be sure whether it must be based on weight or age and it keeps on changing.
Pros: Great opportunity for learning
Cons: 14 hours Long night shift.
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Growth, exposure and learning
I am exposed to more than one field and aspect of training. In a week i work with Product Finalising Department which makes sure that the material is cut and protected(plastic or paper lining) as per customer length and width, Logistics (imports and Weighbridge operations), Inspection (quality control of final product), Laboratory( mechanical testing, spectro-chemical and chemical), Business Administration( managing BA learners including PWD) and facilotating different courses to employees and learners. I work with a great team where we have each others back. All of us as a team are capable to stand for any of the colleagues in their departments. As I am from a Petro-Chemical industry the my everyday work is interesting and challenging. I am able to work under pressure as the job demands. I enjoy the fact that training gives me a reason to go to work on a daily basis.
Pros: Experience
Cons: My life and work balance
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Have to belong to certain groups
For the start of the career you can make it then look somewhere else for job. The management of the company is only looking for a certain group. Pension funds does not grow as good as other competitors. The medical aid is only working at Middleburg and surrounding at other parts of the country you struggle.
Pros: None
Cons: Less opportunities for black men
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Columbus will take your soul
This used to be one of the best companies in South Africa. But since the ladt CEO uncle Dave Martin retired columbus went from being on top of the world to the worst place to work for within 3 years. Top management treat the people on the floor like we are just numbers, they put us on a 3 man shift the is super illegal, we are off only 3 days a month. If you want to get a primotion you must have at least the same qualification as an engineer, even for planner of team manager. I have work my hands to the bones and not once dit management even came to say thank you.
Pros: At least i was never payed late even once
Cons: Very very long hours. 3man shift, but the illegal kind. Treat millwrights like we are nothing. I hate this place
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Good working experience
I’m working 3man shift which has taught me to endure,the company’s operations are automated which makes instrumentation a priority which exposes me to a lot of fault finding and the ability to work under pressure due to da importance of getting the plant to run The people are good teachers and mentors I’ve learnt alot.
Pros: Great exposure to the instrumentation field
Cons: Lack of permanent work
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Training as apprentice and trained as a qualified Artisan
Work on pneumatics and hydraulics maintenance on the rolls bearings and greasing them, fitting them. Installing and maintaining of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders
Pros: Good working relationship with co-workers
Cons: Normal working hours
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Working under pressure and working safe
I work shifts.. Always punctual and eager to challenge the day with a positive thought and keeping safety in thought. I relate very well with colleagues in order to flow with team work and ensure stable respect for each other. I enjoy the challenges and pressures to reach daily target with good production and safety. Work is always good when entering premises with a positive taught to accept all challenges brought forward. Weather may be a challenge since heat challenges the body especially when working shifts.. But there's always a way to keep up with work
Pros: Learning to work with people. Understanding people and their different cultures. Punctuality and safety perspectives
Cons: Different shifts
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Great test of character
Great company to work for. Work hours are horrible though. It was a huge learning curve for me and great test of character. 90% of employees are not happy and feel stuck. Overtime is not paid and we take forced leave when ever management feels order book is low. Guys on the floor take excessive sick leave.
Pros: No strikes
Cons: Long hours for shift workers (76hours in one week)
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Exellent learning curve
I like working at columbus is a heavy industry company which gives best training to apprentice and you different challenges day by day.my foreman liked because i do jobs at a first time right and my section is always clean and less of brakedowns
Pros: Great opportunity for promotions
Cons: Long working hours
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My Experience
Working at Columbus Stainless boosted my career a lot. A typical work day would include handling the shift and being first line maintenance to any Instrument related problems. I enjoy working with my co-workers and always learning from them. Sometimes it can be challenging to fix a problem brealdown when production but I push through and everything works out. I enjoy fixing things and getting to know the basis theory with all the equipment I work with.
Pros: Different working hours
Cons: Nights Shift
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