Zhang Zheng — Deputy Director, Extreme Environment Laboratory, New Materials Business Division, CTC Shandong Company

When I first joined the company, I was a young person full of passion and dreams. I had great ambitions and boundless enthusiasm for work, and a deep thirst for knowledge, hoping to grow and improve as quickly as possible. However, due to a lack of work experience and the rawness of a beginner, I often encountered obstacles at work and failed to handle many things well. This made me feel deeply remorseful, and I often complained that I could not satisfactorily complete my work and deliver a satisfactory result to my leaders and colleagues.

Studying Diligently, Grounded in My Duties

As the laboratory was established and equipment was installed one after another, I had the opportunity to receive commissioning and training from the manufacturers. I secretly vowed to thoroughly master every knowledge point and improve my testing capabilities. So I carefully recorded every detail, writing down all knowledge points in my notebook in exhaustive detail. After a period of study and practice, I gradually mastered the operation of the equipment and was able to carry out testing and analysis for various types of tests. Whether it was fatigue testing machines, universal testing machines, or stress rupture and creep testing machines, I could operate them with ease.

Recognizing Shortcomings and Actively Seeking Improvement

However, in subsequent testing work, I gradually realized my shortcomings. Many test details were not grasped properly, my understanding of standards was not deep enough, and customers' questions and problems often caught me off guard. To improve my testing skills and professional knowledge, I proactively requested to go to the Beijing headquarters for study. The company was very supportive of my idea and arranged for me to go to Beijing twice to learn the operation of instruments and equipment. In Beijing, I not only met many outstanding colleagues but also gained rich knowledge and experience. Through systematic study, I developed a deeper understanding of equipment, standards, and test methods.

Forging Ahead and Pursuing Excellence

Now I have been working in this position for five years. Although I am already very familiar with the existing equipment and can operate it with ease, I still maintain a heart that seeks knowledge. I treat every test seriously, carefully analyze data, and summarize experience. In the process of resolving customers' questions and problems, I continue to grow. I never slacken in learning standards, frequently communicating with colleagues and manufacturers, and even consulting experts and teachers. I firmly believe that the little bits of daily accumulation will eventually achieve a qualitative leap at some point. Surpassing myself every day and always pursuing excellence is my requirement for myself.

Staying True to the Original Aspiration to Reach the Destination

In my future work and life, I will continue to maintain my original aspiration, patiently answer every question for customers, and do well every small thing around me. I will treat every testing task seriously and maintain a heart that seeks knowledge and progress. On the broad stage of CTC, I believe that as long as we grassroots personnel dare to think and dare to strive, we will certainly realize the meaning and value of life. After years of braving wind and rain, I am still in the prime of my youth. Dust myself off, forge ahead, and look forward to the turn of the road and blooming flowers.