Chapter 72: The Opportunity is Right Before Your Eyes

The equipment needed for the tofu factory, such as the grinding machine, water pump, mixer, and pressing equipment, are not too complex. After a simple adjustment, they can be put into operation.

The production of tofu is actually quite simple: raw materials, cleaning, soaking, grinding, boiling, filtering, coagulating, setting, spreading, pouring, organizing, pressing, and finished product.

The machine adjustment went smoothly, and the raw materials had already been cleaned and soaked according to the process requirements. Now that the grinding machine has been adjusted, it can be used for the first time in the tofu factory.

"Hou Lihua, let Dai Dong close the circuit breaker," Hou Lihua pulled Zhu Da Dong, who had already changed into a sterile suit, to the grinding machine. He believed that only Zhu Da Dong had the qualifications to close this circuit breaker. He knew how much research and how many sleepless nights Zhu Da Dong had spent to establish the rules and regulations on the wall. Physical labor is visible to everyone, but how many people know the mental effort required?

"Secretary Hou, I invited a guest today. I think it would be better to wait for him to close the circuit breaker himself," Zhu Da Dong smiled and said. As long as his efforts were rewarded, why should he care about these minor details?

"Which leader? Secretary Chen?" Hou Lihua was surprised.

Among the township leaders, Zhu Da Dong had the best relationship with Chen Shuli. It was normal for him to invite Chen Shuli to attend today's production launch ceremony. He had invited Chen Shuli before, but at the time, the other party did not immediately agree. Now it seemed that Chen Shuli was willing to accept Zhu Da Dong's invitation.

"Secretary Chen was originally supposed to attend a county meeting this afternoon, but it was canceled, so I invited him over," Zhu Da Dong smiled.

Zhu Da Dong and Hou Lihua did not wait long outside the tofu factory before the township government's only jeep appeared in their line of sight. The jeep stopped directly at the tofu factory gate, and Zhu Da Dong and Hou Lihua hurriedly went to greet it. Soon, Chen Shuli got out with a smile.

"Old Hou, the tofu factory looks impressive," Chen Shuli said cheerfully.

The exterior walls of the tofu factory were tiled, and the entire factory covered a large area, with two floors and a water tower on top, making it look very impressive.

"This is all thanks to Director Zhu. He told us not to skimp on the initial investment. Spending more now can save a lot of money in the future," Hou Lihua said with a smile.

"Let's go inside and take a look," Chen Shuli looked at Zhu Da Dong, waved his hand, and led the way into the factory.

After changing clothes and putting on a hat, Chen Shuli toured the entire factory. The factory was clean and tidy, and the workers were very dedicated, making everything seem well-organized. When Chen Shuli closed the circuit breaker of the grinding machine, the entire workshop erupted in cheers. The Houjiatang Tofu Factory finally began production, which was their hope, the hope that Zhu Da Dong had brought to them!

"Da Dong, have you heard the news?" After attending the tofu factory's production launch ceremony, Chen Shuli returned to the township government with Zhu Da Dong and called him into his office.

"About Deputy Township Head Wang's transfer?" Zhu Da Dong asked.

"Yes, what do you think about it?" Chen Shuli asked with a smile. Zhu Da Dong's performance over the past few months had been impeccable. The aged liquor from the distillery was sold out, which brought in the entire year's management fees. The rebranding of Shulinling Liquor by Zhu Da Dong had made it well-known in the county.

The resolution of the Party Committee made him known throughout the township, and the successful sale of Shulinling Liquor made him a prominent figure again. Now, many leaders in the county were paying attention to Shulinling Liquor, and when talking about Shulinling Liquor, Zhu Da Dong, the planner and executor, could not be overlooked.

Today's visit to the Houjiatang Tofu Factory also pleased Chen Shuli. Initially, he did not take the tofu factory seriously. He thought producing tofu was nothing special; everyone could make tofu, so how could it be a viable industry? However, today's visit changed his view. The genuine anticipation and enthusiasm of the people in Houjiatang Village, sparked by the hope they saw, made him realize that the tofu factory could also be a significant success.

Now, this opportunity was perfect for Zhu Da Dong. Although Deputy Township Head Wang would not transfer for another month, now was the ideal time to make a move.

"What can I think? I am a brick of the Party, ready to be moved wherever needed," Zhu Da Dong smiled.

"Really? Then I won't include you as a candidate," Chen Shuli said with a smile.

"Can I be a candidate?" Zhu Da Dong was surprised. He had only been working for two years and had been transferred to the township government for a year and a half. He had only become a full member of the Party a year ago. Was this possible?

"Of course, as long as you are a township government staff member, or even anyone, you can be a candidate," Chen Shuli smiled.

"Secretary, do you think I have a chance?" Zhu Da Dong asked.

"The opportunity is right before your eyes; it's up to you to seize it," Chen Shuli said with a gentle smile.

The next day, the Party Committee made a resolution. Given Zhu Da Dong's excellent performance in selling Shulinling Liquor, the township Party Committee decided that Zhu Da Dong, as the director of the Enterprise Office, would guide and supervise the Shulinling Liquor Factory in restarting the production of new liquor. Of course, the new liquor's name was officially changed from "Premium Old White Dry" to "Shulinling Liquor," and the packaging, bottles, and labels would continue to use Zhu Da Dong's design.

Once this resolution was announced, Zhu Da Dong, as the director of the Enterprise Office, immediately became a hot figure. Although Liu Wei was still the factory manager, Zhu Da Dong was the one who truly had the final say in the production and sales of Shulinling Liquor.

"Director Zhu, welcome to the distillery for guidance," Liu Wei's attitude when he saw Zhu Da Dong again was different from before. The director of the Enterprise Office used to be just a collector of management fees, but now Zhu Da Dong had been given real authority.

"Factory Manager Liu, I don't dare to call it guidance. Let's learn from each other. You know the distillery better than I do. I won't command you in areas I'm not familiar with. You have full responsibility for production, and I won't interfere. I only have one request: to ensure the quality and quantity of Shulinling Liquor and get it produced as soon as possible," Zhu Da Dong said.

"That's no problem. With the support of the township Party Committee and government, the new liquor can be on the market in at most half a year," Liu Wei promised, patting his chest.

"Good, I'll give you half a year. But there are a few urgent matters that need to be addressed immediately, or it will affect future sales," Zhu Da Dong was satisfied with Liu Wei's attitude. As long as Liu Wei cooperated fully, he believed he could turn the distillery around.