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On my very first day in the manufacturing facility, I was overwhelmed by what I encountered. The plant was underwhelming, lacking machines, and I was introduced to a vision that felt almost far-fetched. The transition from not knowing how the machinery operated to becoming proficient was filled with setbacks. For instance, I opted for cheaper, independently manufactured machines, which turned out to be faulty. This miscalculation delayed our production timeline by an additional month, igniting feelings of frustration.
One machine, in particular, became the embodiment of my struggles: the laminator. My inexperience led to a near-accident that resulted in a significant injury. Nonetheless, this painful experience taught me that persistence in problem-solving would be vital to our survival.