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Workforce & Diversity
HMD Biomedical employs about 300 people across research and development, manufacturing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, sales, and corporate support functions. As a Taiwanese medical device company serving global markets, the company values professional expertise while promoting fair employment practices and an inclusive workplace culture.
At the end of 2024, total headcount reached 308 employees. Female representation continued to improve, including in supervisory roles, supported by campus recruitment, structured onboarding, internal mobility, and career development planning.
| Year | Total Employees | Female Ratio | Female Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 286 | 46% | 31% |
| 2023 | 297 | 47% | 33% |
| 2024 | 308 | 49% | 36% |
Compensation & Benefits
HMD provides compensation that is reviewed against market conditions, individual performance, and business results. In addition to statutory protections, employees are supported through group insurance, health examinations, family-related subsidies, and employee care measures designed to support well-being and retention.
- Annual performance bonus and selected retention programs for key talent.
- Regular health examinations and employee support resources.
- Group insurance and occupational injury protection.
- Festival gifts, travel subsidies, and team activity support.
| Year | Average Salary Adjustment | Employees Receiving Health Exams | Retention Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3.2% | 92% | 87% |
| 2023 | 3.8% | 95% | 89% |
| 2024 | 4.1% | 97% | 91% |
Training & Development
Because HMD operates under ISO 13485, ISO 9001, CE, MDSAP, and FDA 510(k)-related quality expectations, employee capability development is a critical management priority. Training programs cover quality systems, regulatory compliance, production skills, leadership development, and information security awareness.
In 2024, the company expanded role-based learning paths for new hires, engineers, and first-line supervisors. Both total training hours and average training hours per employee increased, while satisfaction scores remained strong.
| Year | Total Training Hours | Average Hours per Employee | Satisfaction Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 7,420 | 25.9 | 4.3/5 |
| 2023 | 8,360 | 28.1 | 4.4/5 |
| 2024 | 9,610 | 31.2 | 4.5/5 |
Occupational Health & Safety
Occupational health and safety management focuses on chemical handling, equipment operation, laboratory protection, ergonomics, and emergency preparedness. Safety inspections and incident reporting are integrated into routine management activities.
- Annual fire drills, first-aid training, and evacuation exercises.
- Mandatory safety training for new hires and reassigned personnel.
- Regular workplace monitoring and equipment safety inspections.
- Corrective and preventive actions for near misses and minor incidents.
| Year | Lost-Time Injury Frequency | Safety Training Participation | Near-Miss Closure Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0.42 | 94% | 88% |
| 2023 | 0.28 | 97% | 92% |
| 2024 | 0.17 | 99% | 96% |