In this edition of our employee highlight series, we spotlight our very own father-and-son duo: Richard Heyer, who works in Shipping & Receiving, and Ricky Heyer, our Draw Bench Operator. We delve into their careers, their passions, and their answers to a few fun questions along the way!
In the first section of this blog we will be getting to know Ricky Heyer!
How many years have you worked at Capital Steel & Wire?
2 1/2 years
What is one of the most valuable lessons you’ve learned in your career?
Always be a team player. And persistence is the key
What do you enjoy most about working at CSW?
The people I work with!
What’s one career milestone you’re aiming for next?
Supervisor of 2nd shift bench
If you could swap lives with a cartoon character for a day, who would it be?
Mighty Max
What’s it like working with your Dad?
My Dad is very task driven, so it’s a pleasure to work with him.
What’s your favorite hobby and how did you get into it?
Skydiving and being a thrill seeker is what got me into it.
What’s your go-to karaoke song, even if you can’t sing it?
Spirit in the Sky
If you could have any animal, real or mythical, as a pet. What would you choose and why?
A Griifin so I could fly anywhere I wanted to.
Who’s your favorite musician or band right now?
Eric Church
Morning person or Night owl?
Morning person
What’s a memorable trip or vacation you’ve taken?
My trip to Texas
What’s a fun fact about you that surprises people?
My bizarre sense of humor
If you could master one instrument without practice, what would you choose?
Piano
What’s one thing you’re really passionate about?
Striving to be a better version of myself everyday
Now let’s meet, the second part of the duo, Richard!
How many years have you worked at Capital Steel & Wire?
Three years
What do you enjoy most about working at CSW?
The fact that they made my first Christmas here so enjoyable and my first year working for them better than most places I’ve worked
What initially drew you to your field, and how has that passion evolved?
I have been operating a forklift truck since I was 15 years old. I retired from my position as a die setter/job setter. In addition to my primary role, I also assisted in shipping and receiving when the truck drivers were absent, which involved loading my own truck and handling incoming shipments. I am very skilled with this tool, so it made perfect sense for me to take on these responsibilities!
What’s a piece of advice you always give others about their work or career?
Learn all you can at your job and come to work everyday! Because even if you’re not here the company is still paying supporting you through insurance and other benefits.
What’s one thing you’ve learned about Ricky since you’ve started working together?
He works harder than I pictured him to. I’m hard to please
What is your favorite way to unwind after a long day?
Sitting on the deck and gazing at the stars. During spring summer and fall!
Have you picked up any new interests or skills in the past year?
Watching my grandchildren play sports.
What’s your favorite movie, tv show, or book of all time?
The Shack. Braveheart. Fire country
What’s a quote or mantra that inspires you?
Make the most of every day
You have to pick a theme song that plays every time you enter a room. What is it?
Glass Onion by the Beatles
If you had to create a bucket list right now, what’s the first thing on it?
I would travel to Ireland and Scotland
If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
God fearing man
What’s your secret strategy for surviving a zombie apocalypse?
Running & Mal cocktails
If you could swap places with someone famous for a day, who would it be?
George Strait
What’s your go-to comfort food/meal?
Rotisserie chicken
What’s something most people don’t know about you?
My soft hearted ways
We hope you enjoyed this installment of our employee spotlight series and got to know a bit more about Richard and Ricky. Stay tuned for spotlights coming soon!
