With Our Associates and Their Families

Basic Human Resources Policy

Human Resource Development Policy

Akebono believes that human talent (our associates) is the key to a company's success. To realize this philosophy, Akebono provides opportunities and an environment where each associate can independently learn the knowledge and skills needed to thrive. Through these efforts, Akebono aims to develop 'self-driven talent.'

Initiatives for Human Resource Development

To adapt to changes in the business environment and improve productivity per associate, Akebono aims to build a system where each associate can independently learn and grow.

1. Establishing a proactive education framework through elective training programs
2. Expanding educational programs necessary to respond to external environmental changes, such as reskilling programs focused on IT literacy and DX promotion
3. Developing a Human Resource Development Map that encourages associate autonomy

Global Human Resource Nurturing and Personnel System

We respect human rights, inclusive values, individuality, and the privacy of individuals, and are developing educational programs, personnel systems, and recruiting activities based on the ideal that each individual, regardless of background, can perform his or her duties as the right person in the right position.

akebono Starter Package

As part of the education and training program for new Akebono associates, we have adopted a training package that is standardized at all Akebono Group sites worldwide. The akebono Starter Book, which contains basic information about the company, a message to associates, videos on safety and quality and other necessary materials for new associates, are compiled and posted on the company intranet in English and Japanese versions. Through learning with the training package, Akebono strives to unify the basic knowledge and concepts that all Akebono associates should have in common. At the same time, we will continue to add original training programs tailored to specific needs, thereby establishing training programs that are appropriate for each country and location.

Global Onboarding Program

Akebono invites associates who are active at each of overseas locations to Japan for programs to disseminate Akebono's core knowledge and to propose solutions to issues faced locally.

Since fiscal 2017, the Global Onboarding Program was held six times. A total of 24 key associates from our facilities in the North America, Europe and Asia came to Japan for a one-week global training program covering the APS production system, manufacturing (Monozukuri), plant tours, company policies, Japanese culture, and interaction with Japan staff.

"Ai-Village" A Center for Nurturing Globally Capable Associates

Since the start of operation in 2013, Ai-Village global training center has served as a training ground for numerous associates. Around half of the training sessions held there consist of job level-based training programs and training for selected associates organized by the Human Resources Department. Furthermore, various departments such as engineering, sales, and production also hold them. In addition, the accommodation rooms are utilized not only for residential training sessions but also as an emergency shelter during disasters.

Since fiscal 2014, to further enhance the content of training programs at this center, Akebono has launched Ai-Campus, an open lecture series conducted by in-house instructors. At Ai-Campus, approximately 60 courses are offered, covering topics such as knowledge for management on labor issues and harassment, managerial knowledge on internal controls, essential safety and quality knowledge that associates should know, and basic knowledge about production and products. Akebono has been advancing the online availability of these training programs, enabling associates to take courses even while working remotely." In fiscal 2024, a total of 23,664 participants attended these courses. Moving forward, we will conduct training programs through both group training at Ai-Village and online training (including video training) accessible from home, striving to provide more effective and efficient educational opportunities.

Main Features of the Facility

• Training rooms and presentation rooms
• Accommodations comprising 56 rooms
• Lounge areas aimed at enhancing communications
• Green spaces to nurture visitors' environmental awareness
• Library facilities to support self-study

• * Ai-Village also serves as an evacuation shelter should a disaster or other emergency arise. It is equipped with emergency aid supplies and is capable of converting its training rooms into accommodations for approximately 200 people.