Our company offers trial days for production team members to reduce turnover. I personally support this approach as it allows individuals to experience the job firsthand before making a commitment. Recently, a team member underwent a trial day in one department, and the department leader, without directly informing the individual, didn't believe they were a good fit. Consequently, the company arranged a second trial day with a different production team, and this leader believed the team member would be a great fit.
Fast forward to the new hire's first day on the job. While shadowing various departments, the individual ended up with the same team where the leader initially had doubts. Instead of welcoming the new hire, the leader pointed at them and remarked, “Hey, I thought I got rid of you!”
The new hire's expression quickly changed, and an awkward silence hung in the air until they eventually walked away. I sympathize with the new hire, as this is not an appropriate way to speak to someone, especially on their first day.