About Tineke
Tineke has been working at Avantes as a receptionist since 2007. Together with her colleague Clementine, Tineke is the first point of contact for customers and visitors. Over the years, Avantes has grown rapidly, and so has her work. “Now, for example, my function has expanded and includes more administrative tasks.” Tineke enjoys her job because it is so varied. “What I like best is the bond that is created over the years with customers and distributors,” says Tineke.
“At first, when Avantes moved to Apeldoorn, I didn’t want to come along due to travel time. However, my love for the team, company, and job convinced me to stay anyway and I never regretted it.”
What kind of organization is Avantes, in your opinion?
“Avantes is a fast-growing company with enthusiastic and pleasant colleagues. Everyone is always up for a chat, and colleagues have an eye for each other. It feels like we are one big team instead of different departments,” Tineke tells us. “That shared feeling, the work environment, and the pleasant colleagues is what makes the work so enjoyable for me. I still enjoy coming to work every day, and when I walk in, it feels like home to me,” she adds.
In the past, Avantes was located in Eerbeek, but moved to its current location in Apeldoorn a few years ago. “When I heard about the move, I didn’t want to come along due to travel time. However, my love for the team, company, and job convinced me to move along anyway. I never regretted that decision.” When we ask Tineke about the attention for each other within the organization, she says: “I see a lot of appreciation for all the staff from the management. The team’s health always comes first, and you can see the interest in them. We are thought of a lot, and we are regularly spoiled with a gift or treat when there is something to celebrate.
How do you see the future of Avantes?
“I think Avantes is becoming an even bigger player in the world of spectroscopy. You can apply it in so many different markets, and it offers so much added value. You can also see this in the great growth we are experiencing. I believe that, despite the increase in employees, we will always remain that cozy team,” concludes Tineke.