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Highly skilled and ready to contribute immediately!! They also have a strong work ethic and a great desire for growth.
2021.10.29
OGUROGUMI CO.,LTD (Koto-ku, Tokyo) has employed over 50 foreign workers since 2004. We interviewed the staff at the company, which promotes the employment of Specified Skilled Worker, about their work, impressions, and communication strategies. We also introduce the voices of four individuals who transitioned from Technical Intern Trainee to Specified Skilled Worker (i)) and are now active on the front lines. (Interviewed October 29, 2021)
Company Profile
| Location: | 2-17-15 Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo |
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| Business details: | Reinforcement bar construction business |
| Number of employees: | 115 people |
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Acceptance status
Specified Skills: 5 people Designated Activities: 1 person Technical Intern Training: 9 people (All Vietnamese) |
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| Initial setup: | Bicycle, bed, bedding, dishes, etc. Rice cooker (refrigerator, washing machine, and microwave will be purchased when they break down) |
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- Specified Skills (Total Payment Amount)
Up to 280,000 yen/month
Bonus: Up to 500,000 yen/year (July: up to 250,000 yen, December: up to 250,000 yen) - Technical Intern Training (Total Payment Amount)
Up to 210,000 yen/month
Bonus: Up to 120,000 yen/month (July: up to 60,000 yen, December: up to 60,000 yen)
Interview Host Companies
We interviewed three people who work with Specified Skilled Worker!
(From left: Factory Manager Kameda, Deputy Factory Manager and Skills Instructor Mimaru, and Engineering Department Life Guidance Officer Yokoyama)
What are the advantages of accepting Specified Skilled Worker?
[Mitsumaru] Having Specified Skills qualification means that they already possess excellent skills. Their ability to contribute immediately is a huge advantage. What also surprises me when I interact with them is that their desire to grow is far greater than that of Japanese people. Their eagerness to learn on the job is a great inspiration to those around them. With the number of skilled Japanese craftsmen decreasing, foreign workers are a truly great asset. Factory work also relies on manpower, so we need to train as many people as possible. We have high expectations for these people who are eager to learn.
What were some of the difficulties you faced when accepting them?
[Yokoyama] At first, they were a bit hesitant because they weren't used to speaking Japanese. But by actively engaging in conversations, communication quickly became smooth. They also study Japanese on their own during lunch breaks and after work, and by talking with Japanese people, they are rapidly improving their Japanese language skills. Creating an atmosphere where they feel comfortable talking and asking questions is very important.
What are some of the things you do to make working together easier?
[Yokoyama] They themselves have their own struggles with work and daily life while working away from their home country. At times like that, it's important to listen carefully to what they have to say and empathize with their feelings. We sometimes take them out for meals or leisure activities to help them relax, and they are really happy about company trips and other events. We also always celebrate their birthdays with cake, but on my birthday they threw a surprise party for me... It made me so happy to know that we understood each other.
What are your expectations for the future?
[Kameda] As Japan's younger generation declines, these Specified Skilled Worker will become leaders on site and eventually form the core of the company. They are diligent and hardworking individuals who continue to learn a great deal even when no one is watching, so I hope they will continue to learn and demonstrate leadership. They already possess the skills necessary to lead a site, so I hope they will continue to gain experience. We have high expectations for them not only for Ogurogumi but also as key personnel for the construction industry.
Voices from those working on-site
These Specified Skilled Worker are highly regarded not only for their on-site work but also for their strong desire for growth and their excellent character. They are expected to be the future leaders of the construction industry. This time, we interviewed four Specified Skilled Worker about their motivation for work.
ビック
I'm clearing my goals one by one to further my work and improve my Japanese. I want to continue contributing to the Oguro Group!
BICH is highly skilled in Japanese and communication. He is entrusted with operating complex processing machines and also acts as an interpreter for other Vietnamese trainees. He is a promising young employee who serves as a role model not only for trainees but also for Japanese employees, and is highly trusted by his leaders. He is currently studying hard to reach the N1 level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test!
タック
I'm grateful to everyone in the Oguro group for kindly teaching me the ropes! I also want to properly train my juniors.
THACH a hardworking individual whose sincere attitude towards work is his greatest asset. He even dedicates his days off to studying if he's not satisfied with his own performance. On the factory floor, he belongs to the processing team and is a caring senior who enthusiastically mentors his junior interns. He is also eager to take on cutting processing in the future.
ソン
I'm currently studying Japanese skills and work styles with the goal of becoming a certified Level 2 employee. I want to work as a team leader on-site!
SON leader who takes charge of coordinating everyone. On-site, she checks the processing instructions against the processing schedule and takes on leadership roles in determining the most efficient cutting order. She is a reliable person who can be entrusted with all machine operations.
タム
I'm working hard to become a certified Level 1 Reinforcing bar construction Certified Skilled Worker and achieve N1 level in the Japanese Language Proficiency Test! I want to further master my current job.
TAM has experience repairing electrical appliances such as air conditioners and washing machines in his home country, has utilized the skills he learned from his seniors to operate specialized machines that cut and process reinforcing bars for precast concrete construction, which require an accuracy of less than 3 mm. His precise and meticulous work is highly regarded on site.
Kouichi Kariya President and Representative Director
They are a valuable asset who will support the company together with us.
At Oguro-gumi, we employ three rebar processing technicians from Vietnam every year. Given the shortage of skilled workers in Japan, these diligent and quick learners are invaluable, and we encourage them to obtain Specified Skilled Worker (i) visas. We expect these Specified Skilled Worker to continue to be a significant asset in advancing our business, including having them act as leaders and mentors for our trainees.
