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How to Solve Labor Shortage in Japan’s Manufacturing Industry

Posted on by Greatways Manpower International Inc
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The growing labor shortage in Japan’s manufacturing industry is one of the major threats to productivity and profitability. For several years, Japan has been dealing with a shrinking working-age population. Even with 76% of women and 25% of seniors working, the country still struggles to meet its labor needs.

If you’re in Japan’s manufacturing industry, you already know how tough it is to find skilled workers right away. To stay ahead, you need to explore smarter and faster ways to attract and keep the right people in your team.

In this blog, we’ll walk you through practical tips to solve the labor shortage and keep your operations running smoothly. We’ve included a simple hiring checklist to help you build a strong team, whether through local hiring, foreign workers, or temporary staffing services.

A Complete Step-by-Step Hiring Checklist for Manufacturers Dealing with Labor Shortage in Japan

STEP 1: IDENTIFY YOUR WORKFORCE NEEDS

Before starting your recruitment process or reaching out to recruiters and agencies as a strategic move, make sure to have a clear understanding of the following:

  • What types of manufacturing workers are you short on?
  • Do you need full-time, part-time, or temporary staff?
  • What technical skills or certifications does the job require?
  • Is Japanese language fluency required?

Having clear answers allow you to choose between internal hiring, automation, or seeking help through a sending organization that specializes in overseas recruitment.

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STEP 2: DECIDE BETWEEN LOCAL AND FOREIGN HIRING

While some Japanese companies try to fill manufacturing job vacancies locally, the reality is that Japan’s demographic challenges have made this extremely difficult. To address this, Japan gradually opened its doors for foreign workers, especially Filipinos.

Helpful tip: Partnering with a DMW-licensed human resource dispatch company like グレートウェイズ・マンパワー・インターナショナル ensures safe and compliant hiring for foreign workers under Japan’s visa frameworks.

STEP 3: PARTNER WITH AN ACCREDITED HUMAN RESOURCE DISPATCH COMPANY

Working with a licensed Philippine human resource dispatch company comes with costs and careful screening. Especially if your intention is for long-term manufacturing recruitment support.

To maintain legal compliance and secure a quality workforce, make sure to:

  • Verify that the dispatch company is DMW-accredited and adheres to Japan’s MHLW guidelines.
  • Request for proof of language skills, skills test, and background checks.
  • Ask if the agency offers proper post-deployment support for manufacturing manpower.

STEP 4: PREPARE CONTRACTS AND ONBOARDING ESSENTIALS

A well-prepared onboarding not only builds trust but also avoids unnecessary downtime in the manufacturing process due to communication gaps and poor deployment. So, before onboarding foreign workers, ensure you have:

  • Provided clear and compliant employment contracts
  • Arranged proper accommodation and insurance 
  • Conducted work orientations and safety briefings
  • Clarified roles, expectations, and shifting schedules to avoid confusion

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STEP 5: REDUCE EMPLOYEE TURNOVER AND RETAIN TOP TALENT

Retention-focused strategies are important to maintaining a reliable manufacturing workforce capable of adapting and growing with your company. Conversely, an effective onboarding and integration reduces turnover rate and allows you to keep skilled employees for long-term manufacturing projects.

As an actionable guide, you may consider:

  • Offering language support and cultural orientation
  • Encouraging collaboration between local and foreign manufacturing workers
  • Establishing mentorship programs for training and support
  • Monitoring productivity and satisfaction regularly

結論

The labor shortage in Japan’s manufacturing industry can slow down production and affect business growth. But it doesn’t have to stop your operations. With proper planning and the right recruitment support, you can successfully overcome your manufacturing staffing needs. 

Great Ways Manpower International offers reliable dispatch services to help fill labor gaps quickly. As a trusted partner, we support Japan’s manufacturing industry with skilled and ready-to-work manpower.

Looking to hire skilled Filipino workers for your manufacturing operations in Japan? 

Streamline your recruitment process and overcome labor shortage in the manufacturing industry with グレートウェイズマンパワーインターナショナル, your trusted dispatch partner in foreign employment and labor solutions.

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Step 1 : Sourcing if Candidates

Recruitment team to source potential candidates based on clients’ qualifications to different job portals

Step 2 : Pre-assessment

All potential candidates must undergo interview and tests for further evaluation prior to submission to clients

Step 3 : Foreign Client Evaluation

All pre-selected candidates must be evaluated based on the CV’s submitted and results of the interview

Step 4 : Documentation Process

Selected candidates must undergo documentation process from medical exam, contract signing, and authentication of documents for embassy and government mandated documents.

Step 5 : Deployment

Booking of flights and employee send-off