Interview with Mariya Vladimirovna Kazimirova, HR Director
Our corporate culture is based on the principles of openness, honesty and mutual assistance. We create a friendly and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
The uniqueness of our corporate culture lies in perennials, almost in family traditions: we encourage personal and professional development, support diversity and innovation, and continuously improve work processes. In our company, initiative and creative approach are always welcome.
The hiring process begins with a thorough job advertisement. The most important criteria are professionalism, compliance, communication skills, teamwork and adaptability. I pay special attention to personal qualities — responsibility, dedication, ability to learn quickly and adapt to new conditions. It is important for me that the candidate understands the company's goals and shares our values, and is ready to invest in our mission.
We offer a variety of growth opportunities: trainings, training courses, workshops and conferences. We also have training and mentoring programs that allow new employees to quickly adapt and grow within the company.
We are especially proud of our program for young professionals, which provides an opportunity for students and graduates to gain work experience in our company and undergo professional internships. We support initiatives for self-development and participation in internal projects. Our goal is to create a stimulating environment so that everyone can reach their potential.
The adaptation of new employees includes familiarization with the rules, processes and the team. To speed up integration, we appoint mentors who help new employees navigate the company, answer questions, and help them adapt. We also organize meetings and events for new employees to help them get to know each other and integrate into the team, conduct training programs and regular assessments with feedback.
Our goal is to create favorable conditions for employees to adapt quickly and successfully so that they can become full members of our team and achieve success together with the company.
To assess employees' performance, we analyze the results of completed tasks and projects, collect feedback from colleagues and managers, and prepare monthly and quarterly reports. Key indicators include the quality of tasks performed, the level of self-organization, compliance with deadlines, as well as personal qualities, communication skills and adaptability.
To increase motivation and loyalty, we use achievement bonuses, such as quarterly achievement bonuses. We provide training and opportunities for professional growth through training courses, seminars and trainings. We create a comfortable one work environment with modern equipment and cozy workplaces. We strengthen team spirit and relationships between employees through team-building, corporate events and other initiatives.
A successful example is a mentoring program where experienced employees help new people adapt to the work environment and teach them the basics of work. This initiative has increased the loyalty of newcomers and improved their productivity.
We create an open environment where everyone's opinion is valued and encourage dialogue and the exchange of ideas. We ensure transparency in communications by organizing regular meetings and meetings where you can discuss current projects, goals and problems. We are developing communication channels such as email, chat rooms and video conferencing to facilitate communication between departments.
I believe it is important to listen to and be attentive to employees' opinions and suggestions, and to communicate information and instructions effectively. I strive to create a work environment where everyone on the team feels comfortable and confident in expressing their thoughts and ideas.
In the metallurgical industry, the main challenges in the field of personnel management are the lack of qualified specialists, pressure on production and labor safety. Working in steel mills can be dangerous and requires strict safety measures. Personnel management must ensure compliance with all employee safety and health standards. We analyze systematically staff requirements, we develop training, motivation and career growth programs, create comfortable working conditions, and introduce safety monitoring systems.
The main trends are digitalization and automation of personnel management processes. Using artificial intelligence to optimize the selection and adaptation of employees, improving the relationship between management and performers. The transition to flexible forms of employment, such as remote work and freelancing, allows us to respond more quickly to changes in the labor market.
Leadership development among managers is also becoming important: in the modern metallurgical industry, leaders must effectively manage multinational and multicultural teams, develop innovations and form strategic partnerships with other companies.
These trends will optimize the recruitment and adaptation of employees, ensure flexibility in work and improve the management of multinational teams.
We plan to introduce technologies to automate HR processes, such as tracking working hours and analyzing productivity. This will improve personnel management, minimize errors and reduce the time spent on administrative tasks, creating a more transparent system. These innovations will improve productivity, lower costs and help create a positive work environment, which in turn will increase employee satisfaction and loyalty to the enterprise.
Among the significant achievements is the successful implementation of a new management system that has increased the efficiency of processes and which reduced costs, development and implementation of a training program for employees that have improved their professional skills and loyalty to the company. I'm also happy to remember when I won the Employee of the Year award for my contribution to achieving the organization's goals.
It is always important for young professionals update knowledge, monitor technological innovations, develop communication skills and strive for continuous professional growth. Compliance with ethical and safety regulations is also important. A successful start in metallurgy requires a combination of professional knowledge with good communication skills and ethical behavior.
