QUARTER CENTURY CLUB
Victor initially applied to S&C after his brother-in-law Lorenzo Hernandez, who was then head of Food Services, told him about the company. “I love to cook,” he says. “But at the time, I was the only one working to support my family and needed to do what was best for them.” With a curious mindset and desire to keep learning, Victor transferred to Operations and started working as Operator D–Finishing System in Metal-Enclosed Gear Finishing. Victor’s supervisor at the time took him under his wing and taught him skills that allowed him to advance to Operator C and then B. Presently, Victor is a Finisher-Complex in Metal Finishing and reports to Jose Silva (Metal Finishing). Zeljko completed his courses, he applied at S&C and was hired as Assembler G on June 20, 1999. During his 25 years at S&C, Zeljko has had the opportunity to grow his career and learn about different departments. “If I was interested in something, I took classes or training that allowed me to grow my career,” he says. As the company grew over the years, Zeljko’s career also advanced from Assembler positions to Lead Electrical Quality Technologist. “When I look back, it seems quick. So much has changed,” he says. “When I started, half of these buildings were just parking lots.”
With his 25 years of experience, Victor is eager to give back to other team members. “I like to help people who ask questions about my experience. I tell them that S&C is a good company with great benefits and great people and that there are so many opportunities to grow,” he says. In his free time, Victor enjoys soccer and, of course, cooking. He and his wife also like to travel. They often visit their hometown outside Mexico City. n
Victor Lopez Velazquez Finisher-Complex Metal Finishing Team members often cite
opportunities for growth as a reason for staying with S&C. Victor Lopez Velazquez, who began his career on June 21, 1999, as Cook B in Food Services, is a great example of how team members can change and grow in their career here.
With 25 years of experience at S&C, Zeljko tells new team members, “If you like what you do and want to build a career, S&C is the place to be. If you work hard, you can work your way up and choose your path. There are so many opportunities.” Zeljko reports to Angel Guma (Inspection). He and his wife, Nermina, met in Bosnia and Herzegovina. They now live in Chicago and have two adult daughters. In their free time, Zeljko and Nermina love to travel, with Florida being their favorite place to visit. n
Zeljko Pavelic Lead Electrical Quality Technologist Inspection
When Zeljko Pavelic came to the U.S., he was eager to strengthen his employment options. He began an electronics training course at the Vietnamese Association of Illinois in Chicago to help take his skills to the next level. When
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