Taking annual leave is extremely difficult, especially with the production control manager. Even when an operator requests annual leave to see a doctor, they are still required to provide proof....

In short.... At this company, aside from white-collar employees, who are not given a hard time when requesting annual leave...

all other operators may be hassled by their supervisors... submitting a request in advance does not necessarily mean it will be approved..

The favored employees, however, can take leave whenever they want