Recruitment Information
Regular recruitment (graduates)
Video: Technical General Position_Senior Employee Interview (5 minutes 43 seconds)
Video: Interview with a senior employee for general administrative positions (6 minutes 12 seconds)
Recruitment overview
- Job Type
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■ General technical position
Research and development, production technology, quality assurance, facilities
■Administrative position
Sales planning positions, staff positions - Recruitment department
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■ General technical position (science majors only)
Research and development, production technology, quality assurance: Chemistry department: Master's degree, university graduate
Facilities: Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electronics, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
■Administrative position (regardless of faculty or department)
Sales planning and staff positions: University graduate or above - Selection Process
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Document screening, aptitude test, interview
- Salary
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Starting salary for 2025
[Metropolitan area] Master's degree: 292,000 yen University graduate: 272,000 yen
[Outside of metropolitan areas] Master's degree: 287,000 yen University graduate: 267,000 yen
[Definition of metropolitan areas]
Business locations in Tokyo, Chiba, Saitama, Kanagawa, Ibaraki, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Hyogo, and Aichi - Work place
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- Tokyo Factory (Midori-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture)
- Kasaoka Factory (Minogoe, Kasaoka City, Okayama Prefecture)
- Tsukuba Development Center (Midorigahara, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture)
- Tokyo Sales Center (Ichigaya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
- Working hours
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Flextime system
Schools with a track record of hiring
【graduate school】
Aoyama Gakuin University, Akita University, Ibaraki University, Iwate University, Utsunomiya University, Ehime University, Osaka University, Okayama University, Ochanomizu University, Gakushuin University, Kagoshima University, Kanazawa University, Kansai University, Kwansei Gakuin University, The University of Kitakyushu, Gifu University, Kyushu University, Kyushu Institute of Technology, Kyoto University, Kyoto Institute of Technology, Kinki University, Kumamoto University, Gunma University, Keio University, Kobe University, Saitama University, Shizuoka University, Shibaura Institute of Technology, Sophia University, Shinshu University, Seikei University, Chiba University, Chuo University University of Tsukuba, University of Electro-Communications, Tokyo University of Science, Tokyo University of the Arts, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Tokyo University of Science, Doshisha University, Tohoku University, University of Toyama, Nagoya University, Nagoya Institute of Technology, Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Niigata University, Nihon University, Hirosaki University, Hiroshima University, Hosei University, Hokkaido University, Muroran Institute of Technology, Meiji University, Yamagata University, Yamaguchi University, Yamanashi University, Yokohama National University, Yokohama City University, Rikkyo University, Ritsumeikan University, Waseda University
[University]
Aoyama Gakuin University, Akita University, Iwate University, Utsunomiya University, Ehime University, Osaka Municipal University, Kagawa University, Gakushuin University, Kagoshima University, Kanazawa University, Kansai University, Kwansei Gakuin University, Kyoto Sangyo University, Gunma University, Keio University, Kobe City University of Foreign Studies, Komazawa University, Saitama University, Saga University, Shizuoka University, Shibaura Institute of Technology, Shimane University, Seikei University, Seijo University, Seinan Gakuin University, Senshu University, Chiba University, Chuo University, Tsuda University, The University of Electro-Communications, The University of Tokyo, Tokai University Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, Tokyo University of Science, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Tokyo University of Science, Doshisha University, Tohoku University, Toyo University, Dokkyo University, Niigata University, Nihon University, Japan Women's University, University of Hyogo, Hirosaki University, Hiroshima University, University of Fukui, Hosei University, University of Miyazaki, Musashi University, Muroran Institute of Technology, Meiji University, Meiji Gakuin University, Yamagata University, Yamaguchi University, University of Yamanashi, Yokohama National University, Yokohama City University, Ritsumeikan University, Ryukoku University, Waseda University
Regular recruitment (high school graduates)
Video: DNP Fine Chemicals Tokyo Plant (6 minutes 7 seconds)
Video: DNP Fine Chemicals Kasaoka Plant (6 minutes 7 seconds)
Recruitment overview
- Job Type
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■ Manufacturing jobs (Tokyo Factory, Kasaoka Factory)
■Production Manager (Tokyo Factory) - Selection Process
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Aptitude test and interview
- Salary
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Starting salary for 2025
[Metropolitan area] 226,000 yen
[Outside metropolitan areas] 221,000 yen
[Definition of metropolitan areas]
Business locations in Tokyo, Chiba, Saitama, Kanagawa, Ibaraki, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Hyogo, and Aichi - Work place
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・Tokyo Factory (Midori-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture)
・Kasaoka Factory (Minogoe, Kasaoka City, Okayama Prefecture) - Working hours
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8:30-17:30 (manufacturing)
9:00-18:00 (Production Manager)
Career Recruitment
We accept applications for each job posting.
Job openings
- General technical position
- General administrative position
For details on the job openings and how to apply, please contact us via the inquiry page on this website.
Employee benefits and treatment
- Various allowances
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Overtime allowance, official qualification allowance, etc.
- Transportation expenses
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Full payment
- Salary increase
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Once a year (April)
- bonus
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Twice a year (June, December)
- Holidays and Leave
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2 days off per week (Saturday and Sunday), public holidays, summer holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
128 days of annual holidays (2025)
Paid vacation (10 days in the first year, 16 days in the fifth year, maximum 20 days) - social insurance
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Employment, Work Accident, Health, and Employees' Pension Insurance
- Employee Benefits System
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Corporate pension, personal pension, affiliated housing loan, employee stock ownership, mutual aid association, employee savings (subsidy system available),
Various group insurance (life insurance and non-life insurance) systems, job return systems,
Maternity leave, pregnancy leave, childcare leave, reduced working hours for childcare, return-to-work programs, nursing leave,
Nursing care leave, reduced working hours for nursing care, telework system, domestic resort, various club activities such as baseball, etc.
Counseling Room (housing, legal, financial, etc.), life plan consultation office, Career Counseling Room,
Telephone health consultation service, mental health counseling, nutrition and exercise consultation room, nursing care consultation service - Training and self-development support
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Introductory training, specialized training by job type, specialized training by rank, self-development correspondence course system, qualification acquisition incentive system, etc.
Desired talent profile
We are focusing on five key words for partners who will lead the future.
As a member of the DNP Group and a globally active company, DNP Fine Chemicals aims to make further progress in the future. We are seeking individuals who possess the following qualities and who will grow with us.
Dialogue
People who can create new value through dialogue
Challenge and Health
People who are physically and mentally healthy and able to take on challenges boldly
autonomy
People who can be self-reliant and improve their expertise
growth
People who can enjoy their work while growing as individuals
Employee introductions
The rewarding part of this job: the sense of accomplishment I get from overcoming the challenges we face in the development process as a team. Development Division ★ 5th year with the company
I am involved in the development of aqueous resin dispersions used in water-based inkjet (IJ) inks. In response to the global trend toward the SDGs, stricter environmental regulations and growing consumer environmental awareness are driving a shift from traditional solvent-based products to water-based alternatives in the inkjet printer industry. To meet this demand, I am developing water-based resin dispersions that emit fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and are easier to handle. Under the guidance of my direct senior colleague, who serves as team leader, we hold daily discussions and consider patents, safety, cost-effectiveness, and other factors to develop high-value-added products. The exciting part of this job is that while we face numerous technical challenges during the development process, overcoming each one gives us a sense of accomplishment in the end. Furthermore, I find it a rare experience to work with people from different fields, sharing their opinions and working together as a team to achieve a common goal.
This is my job: "Stable product supply" and "improving the efficiency of the manufacturing process." Production Technology Division ★3rd year with the company
My responsibilities are divided into two main areas. The first is ensuring a stable supply of products, and I work daily to avoid risks associated with manufacturing our own products. The paradigms surrounding chemical products, including legal regulations and social issues, are constantly changing. I believe that establishing a manufacturing system that can adapt to these changes will ultimately contribute to society as a whole through the supply chain, and I find this work rewarding. The second is improving the efficiency of the manufacturing process. I am working on a newly established theme with the goal of acquiring know-how for further improving production efficiency and quality. I repeatedly identify factors affecting production efficiency, formulate hypotheses, evaluate, analyze, and more. As I constantly explore evaluation methods, my expertise in products, raw materials, and equipment deepens, and I feel a sense of growth in my work. While production engineering involves a large part of manufacturing, there is a lot to learn, making it a daily challenge. Drawing on my extensive experience, I strive to become a person that others can rely on!
The rewarding part of this job: I work on all of the company's products, with a wide range of technical knowledge and a multifaceted perspective. Quality Assurance Division ★ 4th year with the company
The Quality Assurance Division is divided into three division. The first is the Environmental Safety Department, which handles chemical substance management, environmental activities such as ISO 14001, and quality-related contract-related work. The second is the Quality Control Department, which handles quality inspections, trend management, and shipping approvals. The third is the Quality Assurance Department, which handles a wide range of tasks, including quality improvement activities using the ISO 9001 system, supplier audits, and in-house quality training. I belong to the third division. The Quality Assurance Department's responsibilities include responding to quality issues that arise both inside and outside the company and preventing them before they occur. When a quality issue occurs, the Quality Assurance Department acts as a control tower, working with relevant departments to identify the cause and implement corrective measures. I have come to realize the difficulty of accurately identifying the issue, identifying the cause, and developing effective countermeasures, as well as the importance of external work, such as collaborating with relevant departments and explaining the situation to customers. The Quality Assurance Department is involved in all of our products and is a department that gathers a wide range of information. I find my work rewarding, thanks to my broad technical knowledge and multifaceted perspective.
This is my job. I act as a bridge between our clients and our company. Sales Division. 3rd year with the company.
As a sales and planning professional, I'm involved in new product planning, sales, and order processing for industrial inkjet inks. First, during the planning stage, I research market trends and needs at exhibitions and specialized seminars. This allows me to broaden my perspective by being exposed to the latest information in related fields. Next, for products in the development stage, I build and maintain relationships with customers and act as a bridge between them and our company. Finally, during order processing, I maintain close contact with relevant departments within the company to ensure on-time shipments. Communication is particularly important in these tasks. For example, when sharing customer requests with the development division 's output, I need to understand the context and communicate it clearly. While this requires both comprehension and the ability to explain, it's challenging, but when things go smoothly, I feel a sense of accomplishment and personal growth. Being involved in the entire product lifecycle and working with many internal and external stakeholders to support the company's management is a unique and appealing aspect of a sales and planning position.
*The year or position at the time of the interview is listed.
As a member of the DNP Group that develops and manufactures chemical products, we strive to contribute to both our customers and society by working to protect the global and regional environment, ensure safety throughout the product life cycle, and safeguard the health of employees and local residents.
DNP Fine Chemicals has been awarded the "Kurumin" certification mark as a company that supports child-rearing in accordance with the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next-Generation Children, and is working to promote work-life balance.
DNP Fine Chemicals has been awarded the "Eruboshi" (certification level 3) certification mark, which is given to companies that promote women's participation in the workplace based on the Act on Promotion of Women's Participation and Advancement in the Workplace and demonstrate excellent performance in these initiatives.