My family has been working at Janus for a combined time of 253 years together!
Ten members of my family
have worked for Janus – Sofie (my great grandmother), Olav (my grandpa), (Ingolf and Arthur Mikal – my grandpa`s
brothers) Borgny (my grandma), Gudrun (my mum), Siv (me), Saritha (my daughter), Susann (my other daughter), Stian
(my son). The connection with Janus started when my grandpa Olav bought a piece of land in Espeland and built a
house back in 1937. It was (and still is) right next to the factory today. The place is called Skogly and it cost
around 800 kroner (around 70 Euros). This is the house in which I live today!
I was only 17 years old when I got my first job working in the sewing department. Back then it was really hard
earning your money, because we were paid by the amount of sewing that we did! It was also quite a dusty place to
work, made worse by the fact that I was allergic to dust! I got sick quite often and my doctor told me to find
another job. After 18 months, I did.
Two years later and I was back at Janus. This time, working in the
warehouse. I absolutely loved working there because not a single day was the same. When I returned for a third time,
I was a mum with three kids. This time I think it’s for good! This August marks 21 years with Janus since rejoining
for a third time. As we say in Norway, ‘all good things come in three.’ 😊 During this period, I worked in the sales
department, I ran our factory store, and eventually took another job at the warehouse.
I really loved working
in
the warehouse, so when Katrin asked if I would work with her in customer operations, I said NO! But, somehow she
convinced me that this was a nice job too and she was right.
You could say I’ve worked in almost every corner
of Janus during my time here! ❤
“What makes Janus unique? For sure, it’s our quality and the fact that we are producing in Norway…”
I think it’s because it has always been a safe and welcoming workplace. This is reflected in the high average age of our team. We come – we stay! ❤
I am very proud of working at Janus! When you wake up every morning and know that someone is depending on what you do, that makes me feel good. I have great co-workers that brings a smile on my face and makes me happy.
Janus has been a brand for everyone over the years. Our clothes are knitted to a very high quality and they last for years. Janus has a very good reputation for most people in Norway.
I have seen many things change, some good and some bad, and the future is a little 'blurry' for me right now. The higher prices and focus on high ends sports retail is something very new for Janus, but I’m optimistic that it will lead to new and exciting opportunities!
Janus is a friendly place to work where each department looks after its co-workers. Not everyone is necessarily best
friends, but we all get along and it’s a good atmosphere. 😊. Janus employees are also willing to help with other
tasks outside their job. If needed, most of us will work in other places such as the warehouse, the shop, the online
shop etc.,
What makes us unique? For sure, it’s our quality and the fact that we are producing in Norway.
“The higher prices and focus on high ends sports retail is something very new for Janus, but I’m optimistic that it will lead to new and exciting opportunities!”
My children are grown up and they are working elsewhere right now, so I think this amazing history may end with me. But maybe there’s a small chance it continues if I’m blessed with grandchildren…
When I’m not at work I train my dogs and go hiking in the mountains. I am a breeder of German Shepherd and have four
in my home now.
Gucci (14 weeks), Fancy Fate (22 months) Chilly (7 years old and their mother), Unique (almost 13
years old and the grandmother ❤).
It keeps you warm, even if you get wet!
