As a part of my orientation in the company, I had the opportunity to visit the KnitPro manufacturing unit, and see for myself the entire process of making knitting needles and crochet hooks from various materials. It was indeed an overwhelming experience to be able to witness and study each minute detail of the seemingly simple, but very complex process of knitting needle manufacturing. I also got a chance to interact with the staff and supervisors. Many of the women workers were knitters themselves, and I had a lot of fun discussing knitting techniques and ideas with them. I was truly amazed to see how stringent quality checks were applied at each and every step of the entire process, to ensure that only the best finished products reach the customers. Though I was expected to share my knowledge with the staff there, I ended up broadening my own horizons with the invigorating discussions I had with them. We discussed various yarn types and their characteristics, and how each feels on various types of needles and hooks. I also got to test a new type of needles that were under trial before going into mass manufacturing, must say I was thrilled to be able to lay my hands on something even the most experienced knitters had not. And to make my visit even more memorable and satisfying, I was treated to a huge glass of rich ' lassi ' which kept me "fulfilled' well past dinner time !
I shall always be grateful to the organisation for this opportunity to visit the manufacturing unit, and the warmth with which I was treated by the staff there.
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