A new workshop has its own rhythm: how tools are returned, how defects are reported, and when it is acceptable to improvise. Observing those habits in the first fortnight prevents friction later.
Ask who signs off finished work and how customer complaints are handled. In many firms the Meister’s word is final; in others a senior Geselle holds day-to-day authority. Knowing the chain early keeps you from stepping past it by accident.
Learn the material suppliers and preferred brands the firm already trusts. Suggesting alternatives is welcome after you understand why the current choices exist — cost agreements, warranty terms, or simply what the regular customers expect.
If German is not your strongest language yet, agree on a quiet moment each week to clarify instructions. Most craft teams prefer a short, honest question over a silent mistake that needs rework.
Keep notes on measurements, site contacts, and recurring jobs. That private log becomes useful when you later prepare for Meister study or when you brief a new colleague yourself.