Yamato Denki Certified as a 'Career Education Support Company' by Saitama Prefecture

Yamato Denki Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Toshihiko Saito; hereinafter "the Company"), which manufactures wiring devices and harnesses for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, has been certified as a "Career Education Support Company" by Saitama Prefecture. The Company's Chichibu Factory manufactures harnesses for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, for which demand is rising due to the expanding use of AI technology. As a cutting-edge manufacturing hub rooted in the local community, the factory is promoting the development of next-generation human resources and strengthening new graduate recruitment. Taking this certification as an opportunity, the Company will further strengthen collaboration with local schools to promote career education activities that convey the appeal of manufacturing and the significance of working.

[About the Career Education Support Company]
The "Career Education Support Company Certification System" in Saitama Prefecture certifies companies that actively engage in career education and work experience activities for students and pupils. The system aims to foster future occupational and work ethics by conveying the significance of working and connection to society to the youth who will lead the next generation, through collaboration among local communities, companies, and schools. Certified companies provide practical learning opportunities to local students through factory tours, workplace experiences, internships, guest classes, and community collaboration activities.

[Role of the Chichibu Factory]
The Chichibu Factory supports high-quality manufacturing as a primary base for producing harnesses for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The harnesses manufactured at the factory are critical components responsible for power supply and signal transmission within semiconductor manufacturing equipment, playing a role in supporting the stable operation and high-precision control of the equipment. In recent years, with the rapid spread of AI technology, investments in data centers, generative AI, and advanced semiconductor sectors have been expanding globally, leading to continued growth in the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market. Within this market environment, the demand for harnesses at the Chichibu Factory is also expanding, making the strengthening of production systems and human resource development vital management issues. The Chichibu Factory has built a production system capable of handling high-mix, high-quality, and short-delivery times, while also focusing on skills transfer by experienced technicians and the education of young employees. Furthermore, the manufacturing floor goes beyond simple assembly work, with on-site-driven improvement activities such as quality control, process improvement, and production efficiency enhancement, empowering each employee to play a vital role in supporting manufacturing.

[Comments from Representatives]
Toshihiko Saito, President and Representative Director, Yamato Denki Co., Ltd.
"We have recently been certified by Saitama Prefecture as a 'Career Education Support Company.' We have positioned the Chichibu Factory as a crucial production base and have continued manufacturing alongside the local community for many years. Currently, the environment surrounding the manufacturing industry is undergoing significant changes, but no matter how the times change, we believe it is 'human power' that supports society. That is exactly why our company focuses on conveying the appeal of manufacturing to the younger generation and creating a workplace environment where they can grow with peace of mind. At the Chichibu Factory, through the manufacturing of harnesses, insect care products, and others, employees can engage in work that supports people's safe lives. Taking this certification as an opportunity, we will deepen our cooperation with local schools and actively advance new graduate recruitment to contribute to the development of human resources who will carry the future together with the local community."

Takanori Makihara, Director and Chichibu Factory Manager, Yamato Denki Co., Ltd.
"At the Chichibu Factory, we primarily manufacture harnesses for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Currently, due to the rapid spread of AI technology, global semiconductor demand is expanding significantly. The products we manufacture at this factory have also been adopted by many customers as important components supporting cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing. At first glance, a factory in Chichibu and AI might seem like distant concepts. However, in reality, our manufacturing plays a part in the semiconductor industry supporting the AI society. I want to cultivate an environment here in Chichibu where the younger generation of the region can be involved in such cutting-edge fields. In the manufacturing workplace, not only technical skills but also the ability to cooperate with colleagues, a challenging attitude, and a sense of responsibility to follow through to the end are required. At the Chichibu Factory, we value creating an environment where young employees can learn and grow on-site and take pride in their work. With this 'Career Education Support Company' certification as a catalyst, I hope to convey the appeal of manufacturing and the rewarding nature of work connected to the world to local students. The Chichibu Factory will continue to take on the challenge of balancing next-generation human resource development with cutting-edge manufacturing while staying rooted in the community."

[Company Profile]
Company Name: Yamato Denki Co., Ltd. Chichibu Factory
Factory Location: 883 Shimookano, Ogano-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama
Representative Director: Toshihiko Saito
Business Activities: Manufacturing of harnesses, insect care products, etc.
Website: https://www.yamatodenki.com/

[Contact Information]
Contact Person: Uesugi
Phone Number: 03-3710-4162