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Open Loop Energy Inc

I have worked for the company for over a decade. It is a family-owned business that has multiple branches in the western United States and works with the mining industry all over the world. I started out while I was still in college. At first, they worked around my school schedule until I graduated was able to work full time. At that point, I was offered a small raise and full benefits. 
There are office jobs, shop jobs and outside sales jobs. Each of those groups has their own unique work environment and culture. One important part of any position at Open Loop is learning the quality of work that is expected. There has been a new emphasis on training and more opportunities for on-the-job certifications and training are available.  There are quality checks at different phases of the work and supervisors work to teach new employees what is expected. 
The company works to repair and recondition many used hydraulic parts to provide a more cost-effective alternative to customers than buying new. Because of the wide variety and condition of items being repaired, each job is unique. This keeps things interesting and not boring because of that variety. That can also be frustrating for some because the job-shop environment can be very different from production shops. Sometimes the priority of a job that you are working on can change and you may have to stop what you are doing to work on something that is more important. In my department, all my coworkers are willing to work together to get the job done so when priorities change, it is not an issue. 
As the company grows, there has been a new emphasis on establishing a clear chain of command. In the past any shop guy could walk right up to the CEO with an issue. Management and owners are still approachable but now there are other shop supervisors and managers that help take that role off of the upper management so that they can focus on what they need to, and everyone has their role that they are responsible for at each level. 
Some work areas have different work schedules. Some start early in the morning and others start later. Almost all the shop and office employees are off work before 4:00pm. The work week is Monday thru Friday. Some areas have two shifts that work alternating schedules that give them some Fridays off. Weekends are rarely worked when there is a need to get a project complete before a deadline. There is an unpaid 45-minute lunch break and a paid 10 minute break during the work day. 
Between the work schedule and it being a family-owned business, I really enjoy working for Open Loop! I am able to be home with my family during the week and in the evenings. They have a company Christmas party where the family of the owners does quite a bit to show appreciation to their employees. You feel like a team player because almost all the work is done at the same campus and everyone in each department works together to get the job done. 
As a drafter, I am able to work at a desk with the most current Inventor software. I also work in each of the shops to reverse engineer parts for repair jobs and new products. I am able to see projects progress from a customer’s idea, to the drawings, to pricing and sourcing, to production and used by the end user. 


Open Loop Energy is growing rapidly which means job security and a need to hire on more people. Great place to get life long skills, not dull or boring, the job is fast paced and demanding but not the company, if there were more employee's the jobs would be less demanding. They are always willing to learn from there employee's.

Safety is becoming a stronger way of life at Open Loop Energy. The people are welcoming and willing to share their knowledge. From what I have seen sense working here, is that management is looking at employee's as there bread and butter and try their best to take care of them.

In my position, I would have to say the hardest part of the job is getting time to talk with employee's and see where I can be of the most help for them. 

Great place to be. This is my second go around here with OLE. I spent 6 1/2 years working in the warehouse with various responsibilities. Things like shipping, receiving, parts pulling as well as customer service and logistics . Every year I learned more and more and felt acknowledged for my hard work and efforts.  I'd recently left for a short time to pursue another opportunity but reapplied here within a year. I was welcomed back with open arms and was able to pick right back up from where I left off. The work atmosphere here is awesome and my co-workers are pretty great. It can be challenging at times but that is simply the nature of the industry. There has recently been a significant management swing and so far it has been a big benefit to the company as a whole.   

Open Loop Energy (OLE) is a great company to work for. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer service they can compete with much larger companies in the industry. The people that work here are great and constantly work together to problem solve and meet customer demands. OLE has a great family and team environment and opprtunities for advancememnt are present for those willing to work safe and get things accomplished. There are many job opportunities available for many different skill sets.

Overall a great place to work. OLE has provided many opportunities for myself and my family and I have enjoy working with everyone in my many roles at the company. We are always striving for continuous improvement in all areas and are constantly making improvements to strenghten our culture, workforce, and community.

Pay is low. Even tho I have experience. No raises after 90days. They told me I would need to do a certification test to get a raise. Basically means I have to give myself a raise and pay 350 for the test, out of pocket. Job description is not what you’ll be doing. I thought I was going to be doing pump repairs and hydraulic repairs like the job description said but ended up doing one thing over and over. Open Loop energy is not an energy company, more of a resource, equipment or repair maintenance place. No energy produced at open Loop. Just equipment repairs. So that’s a made up name trying to be an energy company. Definitely no trust also. Can’t work alone, always spying on you.

What is the best part of working at the company?
They have treated me fairly  so far with reasonable expectations.  My boss is young but a great teacher.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
There is down time but then out of nowhere it's rush, rush, rush.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
It is a fabrication/machine repair shop so can be loud, dirty and hot.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Receive parts coming in and ship parts made on site. Prepare deliveries.

I have enjoyed working here. My co-workers are fun and helpful and it is a very laidback atmosphere.  I do the purchasing and it is fun and challenging and I am learn something new everyday.  I like the hours I work which are from 7-4.  The benefits are great with health, dental, eye and life insurance.  You can also put into a 401K and a Health Savings Account if you choose the right insurance.  There are paid Holidays and sick leave.

The branch I worked for in New Mexico, was well organized and had a good sense of direction. The owners worked hand-in-hand with the employees and listen to the employees input. The company has great product and good working hours. The management had good structure and faith in its employees to get the job done. The management team was also hands-on without belittling employees. I really liked working for the company, the culture and the atmosphere.

I have worked here for a little under a year now and can happily say that I'm satisfied with the work environment at Open Loop Energy. Co-workers are friendly and motivated. I don't come from a mining background, so it was a little intimidating to jump into the field. Thankfully everyone here has been helpful in teaching me about the mining industry. Every day I learn something new!

What is the best part of working at the company?
None at this business. Glad I don’t work there anymore. Pay is too cheap . 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
No leadership and all a buddy system 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Not what you know but who you know 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Waiting to get it over with . Come in 3:30

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Machinist 1 salary reported	$24.00 per hour
Painter 2 salaries reported	$20.00 per hour
Welder 3 salaries reported	$27.50 per hour
Production scheduler 1 salary reported	$28.00 per hour
Mechanic 5 salaries reported	$24.30 per hour

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