The other facet is hiring , skilling up employees , and ensuring company growth through company-wide efforts . Larson shared their approach to employee retention , which includes knowing everyone by name , providing conflict resolution , corrective action plans , and counseling as needed . They also offer tools to decompress from work physically and mentally , like fitness opportunities , food resources , and activities .
Taylor explains their diversification into different sectors and crossover work . He said , “ The challenge is that our customers recognize us as a molder or machine shop ; they don ’ t see the crossover . Getting a new customer in your facility takes a couple of years . They don ’ t look at marketing materials or the website ; they only want to buy one part . Until they tour , they don ’ t see that we are a contract manufacturer , and we could do so much more for them .”
He elaborated , “ Transitioning into complete systems , the customer comes with a device they want us to build from the ground up , do all assembly finish work , branding , and drop ship to customers .” He said they currently have two programs underway . One is a portable metal detection system for sporting events . “ The owner has been here and has seen our capabilities .” He said they also are quoting other jobs in the medical industry wherein they will fully produce , assemble , and ship the product from their facility . One note Taylor made is that they offer prototyping but don ’ t provide engineering design . They will , however , consult on design for manufacturability . They work to drive out costs early in the process . They also encourage companies who invent or design products to manage the liability of engineering and producing the product .
A Winning Culture
Altek takes great pride and effort in developing a winning culture that embraces camaraderie , accountability , a spirit of excellence , dedication , integrity , honesty , and continuous improvement . We strive to challenge conventional thinking as we quickly adapt to changes in the marketplace , provide meaningful work for our people , foster a sense of family , belonging , and community , and reward noteworthy accomplishments . – The Altek Team
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