The human resources team at Richmond Steel Recycling is always looking for news ways to engage the various members of our team. We’ve come up with the bi-monthly employee spotlight, which gives members of staff the opportunity to share a little bit about their experience with us. This month we are proud to present you all with our first spotlight, Tayla Raschella-Gawley. Our HR team asked her the following questions…
1. What has been your experience with our company? Years of work? Different positions?
I have worked for Richmond Steel Recycling for over two years, during this time I have learned quite a bit about metals recycling and yard operations. I have worked in many different roles such as non-ferrous shipper receiver, heavy equipment operator, scale operator, lead hand, etc.
2. How is your team?
The Edmonton team is fun and approachable; they are always willing to help each other and customers. The environment at the Edmonton yard makes coming to work enjoyable
3. What improvements have you seen within yourself after joining RSR?
I have learned so many things at Richmond Steel but what I have enjoyed the most is learning how to operate the many different types of equipment we have on site.
4. Who do you think is your biggest inspiration in our company?
My biggest inspiration at Richmond Steel is Beverly Cowan. Her vast knowledge and willingness to help is very inspiring. When I have questions – she always has the answer.
5. How have you grown professionally after joining our team?
I believe the knowledge I have gained while working at Richmond Steel has helped me grow professionally which has allowed me to build more confidence in pushing my own limits to take on bigger challenges.
6. What resources and benefits do you like within the company?
One of the better benefits within the company is its willingness to invest in professional development of its employees, I have been fortunate to be able to benefit from this first hand.
Congratulations on the fabulous work Tayla, Richmond Steel is lucky to have you!