Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Chemicals & Plastics Manufacturing

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    Off Jalan Pekeliling, Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia
    Petrochemicals (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, the first polystyrene (PS) producer in ASEAN is a subsidiary of Idemitsu Kosan Co. Ltd., Japan. Established in 1972 and being a pioneer in Malaysia, the company had the honour to name herself with the name of the industry. Having gone through various phases of expansion and diversification, the company has today become the leading PS player in the region. Its total High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) capacity is 110,000 metric tons per annum.

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    Reviews overview

    4.47 ratings in total
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    100%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Petrochemicals (M) Sdn. Bhd.?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Petrochemicals (M) Sdn. Bhd. appreciate the positive work environment with a lack of office politics and a friendly atmosphere. They value the opportunities for learning and growth, with training provided and the ability to gain new experiences. The company culture is praised, with good teamwork, organisation management, and a structured environment where responsibilities are clear. The benefits offered by the company are viewed positively, being better than other companies.

    However, there are some potential challenges. Training opportunities may depend on the specific position held. Working in a high security environment can be challenging for some employees. Handling customer complaints and managing manpower can be a potential challenge. There are high demands for technical and management skills in certain roles. Some reviewers felt that staff salaries could be improved. Additionally, there are frequent changes in top management, with the Managing Director changing every 3 to 4 years.

    Recent reviews

    4.0
    Senior finance Assistant
    Feb 2020
    5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    A place where you can gain knowledge and experience
    The good thingsPositive environment and no politics within staff
    The challengesdepends on position to go for training not all selected.
    4.0
    Store supervisor
    Sep 2018
    Store and logistic head department
    The good thingsGet new experience
    The challengesWorking at high security level.
    5.0
    HR executive
    May 2018
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Interesting and enjoy
    The good thingsBenefits more than other companies, good environment for young to learn, training provided, friendly colleagues and career growth.
    The challengesNil
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