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"When the world is waiting, standing still is not an option"

Toshiki, Production Management, Japan

Job Description

A central command that supports production activities with a wide range of knowledge, from production sites to trade

I am in charge of production management of sensor products installed in automobiles. When you think of production management, you might imagine work that mainly involves formulating production plans. However, that is not all we do. For example, as a factory contact point, we collect order information from customers both in Japan and overseas, and we are also responsible for warehouse management of parts and products.

In addition, in production activities, we formulate production plans that maintain an appropriate inventory, and manage and supervise whether production is carried out as planned. In the event of production delays, we work with all departments, including manufacturing, design and development, quality assurance, material procurement, and production technology, to ensure that the customer's deadline is met. Production management also covers the logistics of delivering the finished product to the customer.

In addition, in the case of overseas customers, it is also a job that requires a wide range of knowledge; in addition to English skills, knowledge of import and export trade is also needed. Production management, which controls production activities, is truly the central command of the factory. It is an important job that plays a central role in manufacturing.

Motivation for Joining the Company

I was impressed by the company's stance toward further global expansion

From a young age, I had a strong longing to go abroad, and I had a desire to play an active role on the global stage someday.

After graduating from high school with a degree in English, he majored in international law and international politics at university in order to increase his international knowledge. When I was looking for a job, I was looking for a company that could be expected to expand overseas.

In the midst of all this, I stumbled upon Astemo. In addition to possessing a large number of advanced technologies and products that can compete on the world stage, I decided to join the company with high expectations for its corporate stance when I heard that the company already boasts a high overseas market share and is aiming for further global expansion.

A Day at Work

8:00	Arrive at Work, Facility Walkthrough and Progress Management	Walk through production lines and warehouses. Check production progress and related status without missing any details.
9:30	Document Preparation	Issue shipping instructions for the day, check emails, and prepare reports.
12:00	Lunch	Have lunch at the cafeteria. On sunny days, chat with colleagues on a bench on the company grounds.
13:00	Planning and Review	Create and review production plans. Coordinate material delivery schedules with parts suppliers based on the latest production plans.
16:00	Daily Review	Prepare for the next day. Occasionally work a little overtime if there are remaining tasks.
17:30	Leave Work	After work, go home as early as possible and enjoy time with family.

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Useful Learning and Experience

I am able to make use of my knowledge of English and international relations

In my first year with the company, I was assigned to an overseas group, so I was able to make use of the knowledge of languages and international relations that I had cultivated as a student.

In my sixth year with the company, I was assigned to a plant in the U.S., where I had the opportunity to be in charge of production management for a U.S. automaker. In a short period of time, I was able to realize my dream of playing on the global stage, which had been my dream since I was a child.

It is a company that operates globally, so if you want to make use of your language and international learning like I do, this is a company where you can play an active role, regardless of your occupation. The world is waiting for you.

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Appeal of Astemo

A workplace where specialists in various fields gather

Since we are a mega supplier with a large business scale and global expansion, my colleagues are all people with a lot of knowledge, abilities, and experience. I am inspired by my work every day. I continue to strive to improve my knowledge and experience so that I can compete with my colleagues.

Also, if you tell them what you want to do, they will immediately respond with positive words such as ""let's do it."" It is a workplace with a high degree of freedom and an airy culture.

Career Path

1st year	Staff	Responsible for production control operations for products exported to North America. Also experienced a first overseas business trip (United States).
3rd year	Expanding Responsibilities	In addition to North America, became responsible for Europe and Asia. Also experienced a business trip to Mexico and became involved in mentoring junior colleagues.
5th year	Assignment to a U.S. Plant	Assigned to a U.S. plant for one and a half years as part of an overseas business training program.
8th year	Return from the United States	Became responsible for production control operations for sensor products.
Present	Engineer	In a position to lead the team as an Engineer.
Future	Contributing to Production Optimization	Aim to contribute to contribute to production optimization across Astemo as a production control manager capable of playing an active role globally.