So, do you think that Corvette line workers are excited to build a new car? Or is it "just a job" to them and they don't care what car they are building?

Not sure, but I've been tempted many times to apply for summer work as a line worker for one of the "cool" cars (you know, Corvettes...uhm...McLarens...TVRs...eh..that's it )

Scot

In 1999 I spent alot of time speaking to the guy that
installs the driver door. He thought he may be doing
that same job for 5 years. In 2003 he was not at that
station. He would have time to smoke and drink coffee
between door installations. I believe he had been with
GM for 17 years. He had a good attitude about everything
but I didn't learn much more. I think most of the line
workers just consider it a job. All the workers that I have ever
talked to are always eager to talk to visitors. Maybe
it's something to add variety to the day. I asked one guy
about the differences in color and he dragged me back
to where the facias were to compare them. I have been
in the factory about 10 times and have no complaints
about anybody. Wil must be doing something right to keep
the morale up. I would enjoy working there for free for
a bit but I think it would turn into " a job".

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I spent about six day's with the people at BG on the line. I did not see or talk to one that thought it was just a job. These people really care about what they do and doing the best job they can. I asked the QC manager about about the positive moral. He told me they might have one or two grumblers. BUT THAT WAS IT. They really do want Corvette to be a world leader.

For a grain of salt:

Source: Corvette Milestones by Richard Prince

"The women and men who build Corvettes take exceptional pride in their work and appreciate the fact that their efforts bring so much happiness into the lives of so many people."

"Notice again the big smile on this lady's face!"

"In stark contrast to those in the typical assembly plant, most of the people who build Corvettes really do enjoy their work."

"Notice the smile on her face."

"each has been a testament to the talent and dedication of the people who built them."

"At 6:15a.m. each weekday the 1,000,000 plus square foot assembly faclity comes alive with the whir and hum of machinery. Despite the early hour 1,050 mostly
smiling people are in position throughout the plant and within just a few minutes the product of their combined labor begins driving off the line and out the door.

Sounds pretty good! But you know it's not everyone, and that's life...............


Ernie

The Corvette Assembly Plant workers (and everyone else) are proud to build the BEST Sports car in the World!!!

Zippy