Yang Wei, Mold Administrator, Qianchao Senwei Precision Forging Department

After finishing the morning meeting, Yang Wei habitually walks along each production line to check on the night-shift operations and promptly address any mold-related issues. Since joining Wanxiang in 2006, he started as an operator and has devoted himself wholeheartedly to product manufacturing, consistently ranking first in his team in terms of output for multiple consecutive periods. Not only is he highly skilled, but he’s also a genuinely caring and helpful colleague—whenever a coworker encounters a problem and comes to him for assistance, he always enthusiastically offers guidance, clarifies doubts, and helps resolve even the most challenging issues. With his passionate dedication to his work and his warm, supportive attitude toward his colleagues, Yang Wei has earned the company’s recognition and been selected as a mold manager in the Precision Forging Department, where he’s responsible for tasks such as preparing and submitting mold documentation, performing maintenance and repairs, and handling abnormal situations.

Yang Wei, who was new to mold management, faced no small challenges. To quickly adapt to his role, he closely followed his colleagues, learning step by step—from technical tasks like mold fitting and maintenance to administrative duties such as lifespan tracking and ledger updates. He studied diligently and was always eager to think critically and delve deeply into problems. Within less than half a year, he was already able to work independently. Mold failures were often complex and tedious, so Yang Wei dared not be the slightest bit complacent; instead, he relied on practical and effective methods to help his colleagues overcome difficulties. Whenever the solutions he proposed didn't fully resolve a problem, he felt a deep sense of guilt. “I feel really bad for them,” he said. “What makes me happiest is seeing that after my method is implemented, they can smoothly carry out product production.” To reduce this feeling of guilt, Yang Wei worked tirelessly to master advanced and specialized skills. Every day, he stayed late at work for more than an hour, quietly ensuring that the molds were properly prepared and ready for the next shift’s team.

“Back when I was an operator, all I had to do was focus on doing my own job well. Now that I’m a mold manager, I’m responsible for the production of more than 100 workers in the workshop. I feel the weight on my shoulders has grown heavier, and my sense of responsibility is stronger than ever.” The demand for our products is high, yet the molds have a short lifespan and suffer significant wear and tear. Frequent mold replacements not only reduce production efficiency but also keep costs stubbornly high. To address this issue, Yang Wei took the initiative to form a task-force team with his colleagues. Drawing on his previous experience with mold modifications, they adopted measures such as lowering the mold height and redesigning the pressure block structure, thereby greatly enhancing the mold’s load-bearing capacity. Without changing the material, the mold’s service life increased by more than tenfold, resulting in annual savings of over 500,000 yuan in material costs. This achievement has given him tremendous satisfaction and deepened his enthusiasm for his work. Whenever the workshop or work teams have needs, he always takes the time to study and find solutions. Over the past year, he has completed more than 50 mold-cost-reduction and modification projects, handling an average of three to four mold malfunctions per day. Each year, the cost savings from repairing and improving used molds exceed one million yuan.

“Yang Wei is a restless type who can’t stay idle—whenever he has a spare moment, he’ll head over to the production line to keep an eye on whether on-site operations are being carried out according to standards,” his colleagues say of him. Hidden dangers often lie in the smallest details; for instance, some new employees might use improper pressing techniques, which could cause molds to fly off and injure people. Yang Wei pays close attention to both operational safety and product quality, strictly adhering to standardized operating procedures. Whenever he spots any non-compliant practices, he promptly makes adjustments, helping operators master the correct procedures and effectively mitigating safety risks.

After becoming a highly skilled and independent professional, Yang Wei actively put the “mentorship and assistance” system into practice, having trained countless apprentices. The most important aspect of mentoring and passing on skills is instilling a strong safety awareness. He repeatedly emphasizes the critical importance of safe production, tailoring his teaching approach to each apprentice’s individual needs and patiently imparting knowledge and skills. “If they don’t get it after one try, I’ll explain it twice; if they still don’t get it after two tries, I’ll keep explaining until they’ve mastered it.” While ensuring safety at all times, he does his utmost to give his apprentices ample hands-on experience: “It’s better for them to do it themselves once than for me to explain it 100 times—only by getting their hands on the work can they truly grasp the key points.”

Yang Wei’s schedule is always packed, and he thoroughly enjoys the sense of fulfillment and being needed. During the interview, in less than an hour, he received three on-site calls. He’s also constantly concerned about production in the workshop, quickening his pace as he answers interview questions—just so he can return to the site as soon as possible. Through repeatedly addressing challenges and refining his skills over countless trials and tribulations, he dedicates himself wholeheartedly to his work, earning the company’s recognition. He has been honored multiple times with titles such as “Advanced Individual” and “Skilled Worker,” and was awarded the title of “Outstanding Team Leader in the Forging Industry for 2024” by the China Forging Association.