DIVERSITY AND EQUALITY
Diversity and Equality
At Primax Group, we value people and strive to cater for employees' safety and comfort in the workplace while at the same time assure them the respect and dignity they deserve. These are the reasons why we have implemented equal employment policies and engage local employees in full communication, so that employees are treated fairly anywhere we operate. e. The Primax Group has not experienced any strikes or recruitment issues due to employment equality or discrimination problems.
Human Rights Management
In addition to treating every member of the Primax Group equally, we have formulated a human rights policy, including non-discrimination, no child labor, elimination of forced labor, and respect for employees’ freedom of association with reference to international conventions.
Human Rights-related Education and Training
- In 2022 , the Group conducted human rights-related education and training for employees.
Participants
6,016
Participation rate
52
%
In 2022, the Group conducted human rights-related education and training for employees, with a total of 6,016 participants and a participation rate of 52% among employees. Throughout the reporting period, there were no incidents of discrimination, child or underage labor, forced or compulsory labor. Additionally, no related complaints or significant penalties were found, except for two minor fines totaling 60,760 NTD, both of which have been rectified.
Primax Human Right Impact and Risk Assessment
Scope
Primax Dongguan, Chongqing, Kunshan (including all regular, dispatched, and stationed workers), significant suppliers, and new suppliers.
Assessed Risk Categories
Forced labor, child labor, freedom of associate and group negotiation, equality, non-discrimination.
Risk Investigation Methods
The Social Responsibility Management Team under the General Manager's Office collaborates with the Human Resources Department and Central Plant Affairs Department to form an investigation team. They conduct regular audits and assessments each year to determine if there are any incidents or risks of violations. Risks are then further evaluated and categorized based on their severity.
Risk Tracking and Improvement Measures
Medium and above level risk requires separate notification to relevant departments, requesting them to propose mitigation or remediation measures. Additionally, the risk levels need to be reassessed each quarter to confirm if they have been reduced.
Human Rights Risk Mitigation and Remediation Measures
Non-discrimination
Prohibition Against Child Labor
No Forced Labor
Respect Employees' Freedom of Association
Diversity and Equality
- Primax Group operates a headquarters in Taiwan and several subsidiaries and production sites in China. We believe that it is our responsibility to care for local residents, which is why we try to employ local residents where possible, and in doing so contribute to the development of the local economy.
- The Group also strives to expand the diversity of its workforce; apart from locals, Primax recruits foreign employees and engages actively in international exchange so that the company and employees may get in touch with different cultures and customs, and develop perspectives and thinking in different directions. Out of care for society, the Company recruits a minimum number of people with disabilities each year, providing them an opportunity to put their skills to work and make a living on their own.
Distribution of Foreign and Disable Employees within Primax Group in 2022
- In 2022, Primax Group hired:
Foreign Workers
16
people
Disabilities
125
people
Employees' Freedom of Association and Lodge Grievances
- In terms of workforce management, Primax Group complies strictly with local labor regulations wherever it operates. Employment relations at Chinese production sites are governed by the "Employment Contract Law."
- Primax Dongguan and Kunshan have established labor unions, and collective agreements coverall employees. Although other locations do not have labor unions or signed collective agreements, regular communication meetings, labor-management meetings, and welfare committee meetings allow employees to express their opinions and effectively resolve their issues.
Proposals
- In 2022, employees at various manufacturing sites in mainland China submitted a total of 796 proposals
Improved
796
proposals
Completion rate
100
%
Primax Labor-management Communication Channels
01
HR Business Partner
02
Regular Communication Conference
03
Employee Grievance Mailbox
04
Soft Promotional Measures
05
Employee Opinion Surveys
06
Discussions with Entry-level Employees
07
Welfare Committee and Labor Management Meetings
08
Union
Work Forces Overview
2022 Primax Group Employees Overview
- In 2022, Primax Electronics had a total of 6,892 employees, with
Regular Employees
98.07
%
Temporary Employees
1.93
%
Summary of Non-Employee Workers in Primax Group in 2022
Primax Group’s workers primarily consisted of contract employees and suppliers' representatives, and the size may vary depending on production labor requirements at different times of the year. All temp worker agencies and contractors partnered with Primax Group have been instructed to comply strictly with laws. Business relationship will be terminated immediately upon discovery of any violation against law.