Dwight Chapin
Welder at G.A. Richards Company Plant 1
30 years and 7 months at G.A Richards Group
What do our core values mean to you, as an employee?
Respect:
This is the most important value. People immediately respect each other here.
Grit:
Believe in the work you do.
Self-Discipline:
Come to work everyday.
Integrity:
Always tell the truth.
Accountability:
Own up to your mistakes.
About Dwight
Favorite hobby:
I love to play Billiards 2-3 weekly and plan to join tournaments during retirement.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
I did not know exactly as a kid, but ever since I tried welding, I knew I wanted to be a welder
What originally drew you to work for G.A. Richards?
The opportunity for growth and the people here drew me to work here.
What do you enjoy most about working here?
The people are the most enjoyable part of working here. It makes the work we do enjoyable.
What does your day-to-day look like?
I am a welder, but I float to different departments. Everything from welding, grinding, assembly, and operating a saw.
What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned since working with G.A. Richards?
I learned how to treat people and should be treated.
What is one piece of advice you would give someone who just started working for the company?
Work hard and give it a chance. Be here every day and be open to opportunities.
How would you measure excellence at G.A. Richards?
Treating people the way they should be treated and them doing it in return.
How has your time here measured up to your early expectations as a new employee?
I did not expect the opportunity for so much growth in different areas.