[Nikken Total Sourcing] [Exhibition Report] Exhibited at the "2nd Manufacturing Industry Labor Shortage Countermeasure EXPO (Osaka)"

Nikken Total Sourcing Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Ota-ku, Tokyo), a "Human Capital Creation Company" that views diverse human resources as human capital and creates possibilities through human resource solutions, exhibited at the "2nd Manufacturing Industry Labor Shortage Countermeasure EXPO (Osaka)" held at Intex Osaka from Wednesday, May 13 to Friday, May 15. In addition to the event highlights, we introduce the "on-site challenges and needs" revealed through visitor surveys.

■ About the Exhibition

Focusing on our strength of "training and development," we showcased a systematic training curriculum for nurturing personnel who can thrive on-site from scratch, along with our unique training equipment, allowing many visitors to experience our actual training environment.

・Maintenance Engineer Training

We introduced a curriculum covering everything from basic knowledge of machinery, electricity, and control to the latest DX skills such as IoT and data-driven predictive maintenance. At the booth, we displayed equipment actually used in training and revealed our method for developing personnel with high troubleshooting capabilities that are not dependent on specific individuals.

・Experiential Safety Education

We set up a corner for experiencing on-site risks (falls, entrapment, electric shocks, etc.) using VR goggles. Our unique educational system, which goes beyond mere knowledge acquisition to instill safety habits through experiential "awareness," garnered high interest from many visitors.

・Total Human Resource One-Stop Solution

We introduced our strengths—"Recruitment Capability," "Training Capability," "Management Capability," and "Retention Capability"—in detail using panels and large monitors.

■ On-site Manufacturing Challenges Heard from Visitors

Visitor surveys conducted during the event clarified the trends in challenges faced by manufacturing sites and the status of temporary staffing service utilization.

・Loss of Technology Transfer Due to Retirement of Veteran Workers

We received strong concerns about the loss of tacit knowledge and specialized skills as skilled veteran workers retire in succession, failing to be passed on to the next generation.

・Shortage and Increased Burden on Managers and Leaders

The shortage of foremen and leader candidates to manage teams is becoming severe. The current situation shows an excessive concentration of workload on existing managers.

・Concerns about Declining Retention Rates Due to Lack of Training Resources

Many concerns were heard about the vicious cycle where "even if we hire, we can't spare the time for training, and as a result, new employees don't stay."

■ "On-site Challenges" and "Training Needs" Revealed by Visitor Surveys

Q. What human resource challenges is your company currently facing?

Survey results showed challenges in "recruitment" such as "not getting enough applicants," as well as challenges related to "retention after joining/assignment" such as "burden of education/training," "hired personnel not staying," and "external personnel like temporary staff not staying."

These results indicate that manufacturing sites are under significant strain not only in securing personnel but also in providing pre- and post-assignment education and retention support. In particular, the challenge of technology transfer due to veteran retirements and the burden of initial education for inexperienced workers can impact on-site productivity and personnel retention.

Therefore, in the future, it will be important for stable human resource utilization to not only secure recruitment numbers but also to establish basic education and safety training before on-site assignment, as well as training systems tailored to specific tasks.

Status of considering temporary staffing utilization　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　About utilization of external personnel

Q. To what extent are you currently considering　　　　　　Q. For which job types and how many people
using "temporary staffing services"?　　　　　　　　　　are you utilizing "temporary staffing services"?

According to the survey, 117 companies (59.7%) responded that they are "using external personnel," indicating that many companies are already advancing the use of external human resources. Additionally, 37 companies (18.9%) responded that they are "considering using external personnel," suggesting growing interest in external human resources as an option for securing personnel and strengthening organizational structures.

On the other hand, visitor feedback also revealed challenges such as "hired personnel not staying," "external personnel like temporary staff not staying," and "burden of education/training." It appears that building a system that includes pre-assignment education and post-acceptance follow-up, not just securing personnel, is becoming crucial for stable human resource utilization.

Our company utilizes training facilities nationwide to provide safety education and basic training before assigning personnel tailored to the needs of each site. This not only helps reduce the burden of initial education when accepting inexperienced or young workers but also supports creating an environment where on-site employees can focus on their core tasks and technology transfer.

We believe that utilizing external human resources can be a means of creating a workplace that looks beyond simply addressing labor shortages to encompass the development of educational systems and technology transfer.

■ Nikken's Human Resource Solutions Centered on Training and Development

・Multi-field Training Centers that Produce "Personnel Who Can Thrive" through Practical Training

Our training centers, located at 62 locations nationwide, provide practical training tailored to various specialized fields such as manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, and construction. Each center has dedicated instructors and offers an environment where trainees can progressively acquire skills from basic knowledge to advanced applications through training using actual machinery and specialized equipment.

We also offer "customized training" tailored to the specific operational characteristics of each company, developing personnel from new hires to mid-career staff into capable on-site workers in a short period, significantly contributing to reducing companies' training workload.

・Training Programs to Enhance Safety Awareness through Hands-on Experience

We conduct safety education using VR technology and actual equipment, allowing trainees to experience on-site dangers that are difficult to convey through classroom lectures. By visualizing high-risk situations such as falls, entrapment, and electric shocks that can occur on-site, we improve situational judgment and hazard prediction (KY) abilities. This program, applicable to all job types and skill levels, has earned high trust from many client companies as a practical method directly linked to accident prevention.

・One-Stop Support System from Recruitment to Development

Our company strongly supports corporate human capital management through the following three pillars:

1. Mobility through a Nationwide Network: Utilizing one of the largest domestic networks and our own recruitment media, we respond quickly to regional hiring needs, achieving optimal matching across all fields from manufacturing to healthcare and IT.

2. Rich Technical Learning Environment: With advanced facilities including certified vocational training schools, we continuously develop personnel who meet the latest technological needs.

3. Specialization and Career Support: In addition to our unique training, we have established a support system including qualification acquisition assistance and follow-up by "Work-Life Supporters," balancing technical skills and retention rates.

The detailed exhibition report is available on the "Nikken Tsunagu" website.

https://www.nikken-totalsourcing.jp/business/tsunagu/event/4937/