Hypertherm Tenova

Our facility is located in the Panposh area of Rourkela, over in Orissa. We are in the F4/30 block, specifically sections 7 and 8. It’s a very industrial part of the state, and the air always has that smell of metal and machinery. We spend our days inside the units, which can get quite warm given the type of work we do here. There’s no air-conditioned lobby or receptionists waiting to greet people. Usually, you just walk in and find whoever is available on the floor. The walls could probably use a fresh coat of paint, but that isn't really a priority when there are deadlines to meet. We have a solid group of workers who have been with us through many seasons. The 769004 area is known for this kind of heavy industry, so we fit right in with the rest of the neighborhood. We don’t use a lot of fancy jargon or have long-winded strategy sessions. Most of the day is spent checking the equipment and making sure everything is running at the right temperature. Lunch is usually a quick affair brought from home, eaten sitting on whatever is available. It’s a gritty, honest environment where the focus is on the output. We’ve been in this spot for a while now and know the local rhythm of the industrial estate. It’s not a glamorous life, but it’s what we know and what we do well, day in and day out.