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Car seats, bedding, household goods, nursing care products—among the things we use casually in our daily lives,
Many polyurethane products manufactured by Archem Business Japan are used in these products. Manufacturing staff are the main players on the front lines, creating these products.
This job involves taking pride in being involved in the entire process, from raw material input to molding, processing, quality inspection, and packaging.
Creating quality with skilled hands.
The job of a manufacturing professional involves handling the entire process from receiving raw materials, shaping the product, and delivering it to the customer. While the term "manufacturing" is used broadly, the process itself is diverse.
At Archem Business Japan, we manufacture products spanning the business areas of sheet pads and industrial chemicals, and the products and processes handled vary from factory to factory. What is common to all our factories is our commitment to "never compromising on quality" and a workplace culture of working together as a team to achieve goals.
Here, you can find work that gives you the satisfaction of knowing that products you've worked on are being used all over Japan and around the world.
We manage the receiving, storage, and distribution of urethane raw materials and auxiliary materials necessary for manufacturing. Ensuring the appropriate quantity and quality is the first step towards a stable production line.
Based on the blended raw materials, a large piece of polyurethane is manufactured. While operating the machinery, the process and procedures defined for each product are executed precisely, but since these constantly change depending on the environment, skilled techniques are required.
The process involves various steps, such as cutting large sheets of urethane, slicing them, and making them into thin, long strips. A familiar example is the filling used in automotive parts seats. Because we can process materials to suit customer needs, the possibilities in our processing technology are endless.
We inspect manufactured products to ensure they meet specified quality standards. We check various inspection items specific to each product, such as dimensions, appearance, and hardness, to guarantee quality.
We properly package products that have passed inspection and prepare them for shipment. We are responsible for the final stage of the process until the product reaches the customer.
In manufacturing settings, work arrangements vary depending on the factory/office and the specific process assigned. Some positions involve day shifts only, while others require shift work. When determining your placement, we will take your preferences and living environment into consideration. If you have any concerns before joining the company, please feel free to contact our recruitment team.
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| 1st shift 8:00~16:40 | B | B | B | B | B | Closed | Closed | A | A | A | A | A | Closed | Closed | C | C | C | C | C | Closed | Closed |
| 2nd shift 16:00~0:40 | A | A | A | A | A | Closed | Closed | C | C | C | C | C | Closed | Closed | B | B | B | B | B | Closed | Closed |
| 3rd shift 0:00~08:40 | C | C | C | C | C | Closed | Closed | B | B | B | B | B | Closed | Closed | A | A | A | A | A | Closed | Closed |
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| 2nd shift 16:00~0:40 | A | A | A | A | A | Closed | Closed | B | B | B | B | B | Closed | Closed | A | A | A | A | A | Closed | Closed |
*Working hours vary by factory. Please contact the recruitment officer at each factory for details.
You will receive a night shift allowance, so your salary will be increased.
While it varies depending on production volume, overtime is relatively infrequent, making it easy to balance work and personal life.
If you have free time on weekdays after a night shift, you can effectively use that time to visit government offices or hospitals, or to pursue your hobbies.
During summer holidays, Golden Week, and the New Year period, you can take extended time off. Depending on the circumstances, you may even be able to take a nine-day consecutive holiday.
The day begins with a morning meeting and exercises. We share any handover information from the previous day and confirm the day's production targets, assigned processes, and safety management. Raising safety awareness among everyone is key to creating a workplace with zero accidents.
We conduct process rounds and equipment inspections. We check products and implement quality control measures to ensure that products are consistently completed.
Take a 10-minute break. Rehydrate, do some light exercises, and reset your mind.
We will conduct product checks and implement quality control measures.
Take a break in the cafeteria or break room to refresh yourself. Conversing with colleagues and senior staff is also an important time to deepen communication in the workplace.
We will resume afternoon production. We will also conduct quality inspections of the finished products and send those that pass the inspection to the next stage.
We'll take a short break before starting work this afternoon.
We will conduct product checks and implement quality control measures.
In shift work, the machinery is constantly running. We make sure to clean up thoroughly so that the next employee can work comfortably.
Today's safety, quality, and production reports, as well as any announcements from the site supervisor, will be shared with other employees.
*Actual schedules may vary depending on the assigned factory and process.
Polyurethane products are used in all aspects of daily life, including automobiles, home appliances, bedding, and nursing care products. It's a job where you can feel pride in manufacturing when you realize that the products you helped create are being used in the world.
The manufacturing line operates as a team, not individually. When we work together with our colleagues to achieve today's production targets, and when we pass quality inspections and deliver products to our customers, we experience a sense of unity and accomplishment as a team.
After joining the company, senior employees will provide thorough on-the-job training (OJT). As you learn the processes, your scope of responsibility will expand, and you can steadily improve your skills by taking advantage of our qualification acquisition support system to obtain skills such as forklift operation and rigging certifications.
In manufacturing, strictly adhering to established procedures is fundamental to quality assurance. Those who find satisfaction in "doing things properly" rather than "doing things sloppily" will thrive in this job. It's especially well-suited for those who are good at detailed work and have a meticulous nature.
No manufacturing process can be completed by one person alone. This is a work style where you collaborate with colleagues responsible for the preceding and succeeding processes, achieving goals as a team. Those who find joy in asking for help when needed, and in supporting their colleagues, thrive in this role.
This job is ideal for those who prefer to build skills and knowledge through physical activity rather than desk work. We welcome individuals who enjoy a supportive environment where they can feel their abilities growing through daily work, and who can thrive on steady growth through acquiring qualifications and mastering processes.
You can acquire specialized practical skills that can only be learned on a manufacturing floor, such as urethane molding, quality inspection, and process control. A deep understanding of specific products and processes will form the foundation for a long-term career.
Safety awareness and the ability to practice 3S (sorting, setting in order, and shining) in a manufacturing environment are universal, fundamental work skills applicable to any workplace. They become ingrained naturally as daily habits.
You can acquire the skills you've cultivated so far as qualifications. The company will systematically support you in obtaining necessary qualifications for your work, such as forklift operation, rigging, and hazardous materials handling.
After gaining practical experience in manufacturing, you can advance to positions such as process leader or foreman, where you will be responsible for mentoring junior colleagues and managing the production process. This adds the rewarding aspects of "developing people" and "driving the work on the factory floor."
Based on your on-the-job experience, you can be promoted to a manufacturing management position responsible for production planning, process control, and inventory management. This allows you to build a large-scale career in management roles that are only possible because of your on-the-ground experience.
