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    Work/Life balance
    4.0(12 ratings)
    Career development
    3.8(12 ratings)
    Benefits & perks
    3.9(12 ratings)
    Management
    3.5(12 ratings)
    Working environment
    4.0(12 ratings)
    Diversity & equal opportunity
    4.7(3 ratings)
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    5.0
    Sales Role
    Jan 2026
    Subang Jaya Selangor5 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    A stable, well-structured sales environment backed by a strong and trusted brand.
    The good thingsThe company provides a stable and structured environment supported by a strong and reputable brand. Products are well-established, which supports credibility when engaging with customers. Management practices are clear, and cross-functional collaboration is generally effective. The role offers good exposure to market dynamics and customer relationship management.
    The challengesSales expectations are performance-driven and require consistent results. The working structure is disciplined, which may require adjustment for those accustomed to highly flexible environments.
    5.0
    Administration Role
    Jul 2025
    Subang Jaya Selangor4 to 5 years in the role, former employee
    A good place to build admin experience, especially for those who are detail-oriented and able to multitask.
    The good thingsMakita is a well-established company with a stable working environment. I gained valuable experience in admin tasks, document handling, and coordination work. The team was supportive, and the office was well-organized.
    The challengesWork can be fast-paced with tight deadlines at times. Some tasks can be repetitive.
    5.0
    Executive
    Aug 2024
    Subang Jaya Selangor1 to 2 years in the role
    Great company to hone your knowledge and skills
    The good thingsOperation standards is above average compared to local firms. Perfect balance between Japanese and Malaysian work culture. Friendly and cooperative co-workers. Management is open-minded and will make improvements based on staff feedback.
    The challengesManagement greatly emphasizes on punctuality and deadlines but still within reason.
    4.0
    Production support
    Jan 2023
    Great work life balance company
    The good thingsFair distribution of rewards according to productivity and contribution
    The challengesWeak HR department, teamwork between departments to be improved
    3 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Executive
    May 2022
    Subang Jaya Selangor3 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    Bonus given even during pandemic period
    The good things-Good bonus and no salary deduction during pandemic. -Company follow 100% government SOP - Work life balance
    The challenges-No canteen -Punctuality and deadline are very important
    3 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Manager
    May 2022
    5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    Considerate Company and Management
    The good thingsCompany recognize staff by promoting them internally and always have 2 way communication among staff and company. Company always listen feedback from the staff. Besides, management always try to reduce staff's workload by upgrading and improving the current system and software.
    The challengesStaff need to learn to adapt to different management style when changing top management.
    3 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Sales & Business Development Executive
    Feb 2021
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    A great exposure to climb the corporate ladder
    The good thingsThe foundation to be the leader in other company. Eye-opening exposure to Japanese work culture. Privileges to travel around the state and meet different clients. Compulsory monthly sales meeting and product knowledge training in Subang Jaya HQ to build better relationships between co-workers and management. Good stepping stone for fresh graduate.
    The challengesPressure from Japanese management to push sales numbers. No excuses accepted. Customer problem is PSE problem. Must deliver result/sales numbers by hook or by crook.
    3.0
    Sales Manager (East)
    Sep 2017
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Good products
    The good thingsManufacturing wide range and quality products.
    The challengesNo clear direction.
    4.0
    Warehouse supervisor
    Oct 2016
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    systematic and discipline
    The good thingsGood staff benefit. Manager level entitle to claim overtime or annual leave replacement.
    The challengesNew boss/management new rules.
    1 person found this helpful
    4.0
    Office manager
    Aug 2015
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Office Manager
    The good thingsA multinational company with challenging working environment. Good immediate superior and friendly and helpful colleagues. Everyone try to work together and willing to share their view in order to achieve the Company vision and objective.
    The challengesAlthough the holding company has been established over 100 years, the Malaysia subsidiary was established in year 2013. The operation procedure and internal control are still have a room for improvement.
    3.0
    Customer service
    Jul 2015
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Customer service
    The good thingsFriendly colleagues who were willing to teach you everything
    The challengesNot enough manpower
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Product Specialist / Product Sales Executive
    Jun 2015
    Less than 1 year in the role
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    The good thingsI have learn many new skills Colleague & superior are very supportive and helpful Definitely a good career path and company is growing
    The challengesChallenges such as meeting superiors expectation which can put you under pressure at times.
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