A Builder of Diversity Workplace

Employee Diversity and Inclusion

As of December 31 2024, HIWIN Taiwan had a total of 4,651 employees. The workforce is predominantly composed of individuals aged 30-50, with the majority of managerial roles also filled by those within this age range. All employment types are regular employees, including 487 industry-academia collaboration students. Additionally, for non-employee workers at HIWIN locations, we have 9 outsourced security guards and 34 outsourced cleaning personnel. HIWIN does not employ any dispatch workers.

HIWIN originated in Taiwan, and has since expanded its global presence. The Company has successfully established subsidiaries in multiple countries, including Japan, the United States, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, South Korea, Singapore, China, and other locations. This strategic expansion allows HIWIN to actively contribute to local economies and gain valuable insights into local requirements. Moreover, HIWIN demonstrates its dedication to global integration by engaging local talent as collaborative partners in its subsidiaries, thereby effectively harnessing global resources.

HIWIN is committed to merit-based employment and respects professionals of all backgrounds. The Company upholds the principles of equal treatment regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or political affiliation, and ensures fair and consistent salary structures and employee benefits.

 Hiring people with disability & disadvantages

HIWIN adopts diverse recruitment as part of its sustainability policy and complies with legal requirements regarding the employment quota for persons with disabilities. The Company has established dedicated recruitment sections for Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities on its recruitment platform to provide inclusive and friendly jobmatching opportunities. HIWIN also respects the unique cultures of minority groups by granting Indigenous employees an annual “festive holiday” to celebrate traditional festivals. In 2024, HIWIN employed 31 persons with mild to moderate disabilities and 10 persons with severe disabilities, meeting the statutory employment quota. In addition, 32 Indigenous employees were part of the workforce. No cases of discrimination were reported within the organization.

 Cultural integration, friendly and caring

To support foreign employees in adapting to work and life in Taiwan, HIWIN has developed a dedicated Life Guide Handbook and conducts individual care visits to better understand their needs and to promote awareness of local laws and regulations. Foreign employees are provided with company-built dormitories on par with those offered to local employees, featuring amenities comparable to five-star accommodations. Dormitory managers are also assigned to ensure a comfortable and secure living environment. This friendly living arrangement has been well received by foreign employees, who have shared their positive experiences on social media and encouraged fellow countrymen to join HIWIN.

 Empowering women in technology

Since its establishment, HIWIN has valued cultural diversity and innovative thinking. Eric Y. T. Chuo (Ph.D.), Global Chairman firmly believes that women’s resilience and attentiveness can inspire greater innovation and soft management within the field of smart machinery. In addition to actively recruiting female talent in R&D and technical roles, HIWIN encourages employees to pursue interdisciplinary learning by offering professional training programs related to mechanical engineering. The Company also provides internal transfer mechanisms to support female employees in transitioning into STEM roles. From 2022 to 2024, women accounted for 11% of all internal transfers into STEM-related positions. As of 2024, women made up 15.4% of the total workforce, with 12.3% representation in STEM roles. Considering industry characteristics, HIWIN has set a public target of increasing the share of female in STEMrelated positions to over 15% by 2030.

To foster a respectful and harmonious workplace, HIWIN implements various family-friendly and inclusive workplace initiatives. These include designated parking spaces for pregnant employees, safe and comfortable breastfeeding rooms, and sexual harassment prevention courses. Legal experts are invited to explain key regulations and share practical case studies.

HIWIN is committed to fairness, objectivity, and equal treatment for all employees, ensuring that women are provided with equal access to resources and career development opportunities. In 2024, 90 women held managerial positions, representing 14.6% of all managers―an increase of 7.4% compared to the previous year. HIWIN aims to promote opportunities for women in the technology industry and encourages them to realize their full potential.