On a warm spring morning, Li Jianguo hobbled towards the bicycle shed in the factory area as usual. He has the traces of time on his face, and his eyes reveal the calmness of his imminent retirement. Li Jianguo has worked in this old factory for nearly 40 years, from an ignorant new worker to a technical backbone who can take charge of himself, he has witnessed the rise and fall of the factory, but he did not expect that his retirement life will have such a starting point.
"Jianguo, have you heard? Lao Zhang retired and left, and the post of doorman was vacant. Li Jianguo's old buddy Xiao Zhao said casually while smoking.
"I heard that this job is easy, and it is very good for Lao Zhang. Li Jianguo replied lightly, but he was a little uneasy in his heart. He is getting older, and he is about to retire, but he is always worried about what will happen.
"Hmph, now that the atmosphere in the factory has changed, maybe I will transfer you?" Xiao Zhao joked half-truthfully, but as soon as he said this, the atmosphere changed subtly.
Li Jianguo's heart sank, and he said with a strong smile: "Then I will make a lot of money, standing at the door and blowing the wind, isn't it easy?"
But in the midst of this chat, Li Jianguo was called by the factory department, and a notice fell into his eyes like a thunderbolt from the sky: the words "transferred to the guard" were like mockery, making him feel that the hard work of the past 40 years had come to naught. I know what that means – marginalization.
"Jianguo, don't be confused, this factory is not the factory we were at that time. Few people remember you. On the way home from work, his wife, Zhang Hua, poured a basin of cold water.
"I know, Hua'er, I understand. When Li Jianguo said this, his voice was low, and his hand holding the transfer notice trembled slightly. On the way home, he had mixed feelings.
At dinner, Li Jianguo's son Li Zhiqiang saw his father's strange appearance: "Dad, what's wrong? "
"Dad is going to be a janitor. Li Jianguo did not hide it and calmly told the matter.
"Doorman, you are the technical backbone of the factory, how..." Li Zhiqiang was stunned, he knew his father's hard work and dedication, if he retired in a position he was familiar with, it would undoubtedly be the best affirmation of his work.
"No way, the rules in the factory. Li Jianguo lowered his head to eat, and his voice revealed a trace of bitterness.
"Dad, don't be sad, the doorman is also working, just work steadfastly. Li Zhiqiang comforted him.
Li Jianguo raised his head, and a trace of firmness flashed in his eyes: "Don't worry, Dad knows how to do it." "
The next day, Li Jianguo changed into the uniform of a doorman, and still maintained a calm smile on his face. He didn't complain, he didn't reluctantly, just like his wife said, do his part in a down-to-earth manner.
However, the deep anger in Li Jianguo's heart is like a tinder, slowly accumulating the power to explode. "Few people remember you well", his wife's words echoed in his heart.
In the blink of an eye, Li Jianguo had been at the gate post for a month. He is dressed in uniform, and although he has nothing to do, he also maintains his professionalism, carefully observing every employee and vehicle entering and leaving the factory. His hand was always rubbing the warm old oil-paper umbrella in the pocket of his jacket on his leg, which was a symbol of his many years of work - skilled workers who could always shelter others from the wind and rain on rainy days.
"Old Litou, what a waste of you are like this. Xiao Wang, a young man in the workshop, carried a lunch box and teased him as he passed by.
Li Jianguo smiled bitterly and shook his head, "There are no waves that are not wasted, and it is not bad to have a place to sit." ”
Suddenly, the roar in the factory area stopped abruptly, and faintly, scattered exclamations could be heard from the workshop. Li Jianguo was silent, but he knew in his heart that there was a problem with the machine again.
Not long after, a hurried figure came, it was the newly appointed factory director Li Dong. He looked anxious, "Lao Li, you are a veteran of technical positions for so many years, you must be very familiar with that old CNC machine tool, right? ”
Li Jianguo paused and said with a little sarcasm, "Factory director, I'm not a doorman, and the security regulations don't allow you to leave your post casually." ”
"Lao Li, I beg you, no one knows the temper of that machine better than you now. Li Dong put down the shelf and said eagerly.
Li Jianguo's heart softened, but he also wanted to fight for the respect he deserved, "Okay, I'll take a look, but you have to guarantee that in the future, anyone in this factory will have to eat according to their ability and not act according to their relationship." ”
Li Dong nodded like pounding garlic, "Okay, I promise! ”
Li Jianguo walked through the noisy factory, the workers in the workshop were sweating hard, and the faulty machine was lying quietly aside, like a giant beast waiting to wake up. Workers surround the machine, helplessly waiting for a solution.
"What's wrong with this machine?" asked Li Jianguo.
"Lao Li, the main program of the machine suddenly collapsed, and now it can't be started at all. Technician Xiao Liu replied.
Li Jianguo squatted down and skillfully opened the control panel, his eyes followed the wires and parts, his fingers adjusted dexterously, and the whole person was completely immersed in the world of the machine.
"What are you doing here, it's going to break faster if it's messed up like this!" Xiao Liu was a little nervous.
"Rest assured, I know what I'm doing. You new technicians rely too much on manuals and procedures. In fact, machines, just like people, you have to understand them before they can work for you. Li Jian's Chinese tone is calm, but it reveals deep confidence.
Time seemed to stand still, and only the tacit communication between Li Jianguo and the machine remained. The workers all held their breath and watched. After a few efforts, the old machine was awakened and rejoined the roar of the production line. Li Jianguo patted the machine tool lightly, as if saying goodbye to an old friend.
"Lao Li, thank you so much!" Li Dong came to him excitedly.
"There are few old equipment in our factory for so many years, and few are as familiar as Lao Li. The workshop director couldn't help but praise. The other workers were also applauding.
Looking at the faces around him, Li Jianguo didn't have too much joy. He simply straightened his clothes and said quietly, "Remember your promise." He turned around and returned to his post at the gate.
At the dinner table at home, Li Jianguo and his family sat together.
"Dad, I heard that the old machine in the workshop is broken again today, will you repair it?" asked Li Zhiqiang when he served the food.
"Well, it's not a big deal, just fix it. Li Jianguo replied indifferently, but a light flashed in his eyes.
"Dad, you look easy, but I know you must be very good. Li Zhiqiang said with admiration.
Li Jianguo smiled and shook his head: "Actually, life is sometimes like a machine, occasionally encountering program crashes, but there will always be someone who knows how to fix it." ”
The family looked at each other and smiled, although Li Jianguo was a doorman, he had the pride of a technician.
The story enters a tense moment. Since that machine failure, Li Jianguo has become a hero in the factory. Everyone knows that it was he who saved the entire production line and it was he who avoided a possible financial loss. But in Li Jianguo's heart, he just did a matter of course.
A week later, another piece of critical equipment in the factory suddenly failed, and the entire production line was paralyzed again. Li Dong, the director of the factory, immediately found Li Jianguo.
"Lao Li, this time the situation is more serious than last time, you are our only hope. Li Dong's eyes were full of anxiety.
"Factory director, although I am willing to help, but as a janitor, wouldn't it make everyone laugh at repairing the machine?"
"I guarantee that after the matter is resolved, we will have a fair evaluation and deal with it accordingly. I promise. Li Dong hurriedly said.
Li Jianguo thought about it for a moment, and then slowly spit out his bottom line: "If you really want me to cultivate, then fire me first." ”
Li Dong was shocked by this sudden sentence, "Fire you? you mean..."
"That's right, fire me from my position as a janitor. I'm not here to be a janitor. If I still have a skill and can contribute to the factory, let me do my job in a down-to-earth manner. ”
The air froze for a few seconds, Li Dong looked at Li Jianguo's eyes full of fortitude, and he knew that the old worker in front of him had unyielding pride in his bones.
"I understand you, Lao Li. Then you go ahead, I promise to give you a satisfactory explanation afterwards. ”
Li Jianguo nodded, he knew that this was the time for him to stick to his principles, and it was also the time for him to show off his stunts. He walked through the factory, and with each step, the ground beneath his feet seemed to respond to his unwavering conviction.
When he was confronted with the huge faulty piece of equipment again, he didn't hesitate and got to work. The chatter of the surrounding workers also slowly disappeared, and they were impressed by Li Jianguo's attentive demeanor.
"Lao Li, can I help you?" Xiao Wang stood beside him and handed over the tools in his hand.
"Thank you, Xiao Wang. It's nice to have you here. Li Jianguo said with a smile while repairing.
Finally, the machine roared again, the whole production line was revived, and the workers burst into applause. A relieved smile appeared on Li Dong's face, and he stepped forward to hold Li Jianguo's hand tightly.
"Lao Li, if you do what you say, I will definitely fulfill my promise. ”
At night, at home, Li Jianguo once again became a hero in the mouth of his family.
"Dad, it was said on TV that you saved the factory again today, it's amazing!" Li Zhiqiang said excitedly.
"Hey, father, it's a blessing for Seon to lose his horse. It seems that the bad thing of this 'expulsion' has turned out to be a good thing. Zhang Hua was also overjoyed.
"Actually, it's the same for people and things. Sometimes it's to be tough and to preserve your dignity." Li Jianguo said kindly, "The important thing is that at all times, we must be a principled and backbone person. ”
Li Zhiqiang learned from his father's appearance and nodded slightly, "I understand, Dad." ”
Li Jianguo's eyes showed satisfaction, although he was just an ordinary worker, the principles and backbone he adhered to were more important than anything else.
Li Jianguo's words caused a huge shock throughout the factory. In the face of his resoluteness and sense of justice, Li Dong, the director of the factory, finally made an important decision.
At the end of the day, Li Dong announced the new system reform at the factory's general meeting: "From now on, we will establish a fairer and more reasonable evaluation system to ensure that every employee can get the respect and status he deserves here." ”
The hall resounded with warm applause, and Li Jianguo stood in the crowd, feeling the arrival of this moment.
"In addition, Li Jianguo's position will be readjusted, and he will return to our technical department to continue his technical work. Li Dong's voice was firm and powerful.
"Lao Li, congratulations!" colleagues came over one after another and gave him warm hugs.
"Thank you, let's work together for the future of the factory!" Li Jianguo's voice was full of excitement and confidence in the future.
That night, Li Jianguo returned home, and the family sat around the dinner table. He recounted what had happened today.
"Dad is really amazing, we are all proud of you!" Xiao Li Zhiqiang held the spoon, his eyes shining.
"Yes, Dad's backbone is hard, and everyone in the factory has seen it!" Zhang Hua also said happily.
Li Jianguo smiled, "Actually, I just did what I was supposed to do." And, I believe that as long as each of us can insist on justice and fairness, our factories will become better. ”
In the following days, Li Jianguo returned to his familiar post, "talking" with the machines during the day, and going home at night to share the joy of family with his family. His story became a story in the factory, bringing inspiration and strength to many people.
The changes in the factory area are becoming more and more obvious, the management is more scientific, and the employees are more motivated. In such an environment, Li Jianguo has regained his value and vitality. He knows that this is not only his victory, but also the progress of the whole factory. That day, Xiao Wang found Li Jianguo in front of the familiar machine: "Lao Li, do you think our factory is different from before?"
Li Jianguo nodded, gently tapped the machine running beside him, and said with a smile: "Yes, but think about it, the real change is not the factory, but the mentality of each of us, are you right?"
Xiao Wang smiled knowingly, "Yes, Lao Li, you're right." ”
On the way home, Li Jianguo thought of the ups and downs in his life, and he sighed softly, his eyes firm and gentle. I can't help but ask myself, is everyone's persistence and perseverance the force that pushes the world forward?