HSIN TUNG YANG proactively addresses population aging and labor shortages by championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) under its ESG social responsibility framework. At its Dayuan Factory in Taoyuan, middle-aged and older workers account for more than 31% of the workforce. In 2026, aligning with the Taoyuan City Government's "4+2 Friendly Indicators," HSIN TUNG YANG participated in the Friendly Enterprise Certification for Middle-aged and Older Workers. By implementing dedicated service windows, cross-generational mentorships, intelligent job redesign, flexible rehiring mechanisms, and on-site contracted healthcare, the company establishes a benchmark workplace rooted in youth-senior integration and all-age sustainability.

Experience Is the Most Precious Asset: A Half-Century Commitment to All-Age Sustainable Talent

Founded in 1967, HSIN TUNG YANG has cultivated Taiwan’s food manufacturing and retail sector for over half a century. As an iconic brand driving Taiwan’s culinary culture and high-quality meat products, HSIN TUNG YANG firmly believes that experience is an enterprise’s most precious asset.

Confronting Taiwan's super-aged society and the structural shift in the labor force, HSIN TUNG YANG transformed its primary manufacturing base—the Dayuan Factory in Taoyuan—into a hub for sustainable talent transformation, dedicated to dismantling age barriers and stereotypes. With middle-aged and older employees exceeding 31% of the plant's personnel, this metric reflects both trust in experienced talent and institutional safeguards that enable seasoned professionals and younger colleagues to collaborate across production lines and retail storefronts, fostering mutual generational success.

A Three-Pillar Approach Across Systems, Technology, and Well-Being: Five Key Initiatives for an Age-Friendly Workplace

Aligning with the "4+2 Friendly Indicators" of the Taoyuan City Government’s Friendly Enterprise Certification for Middle-aged and Older Workers, HSIN TUNG YANG executes comprehensive optimizations across corporate culture, recruitment, talent development, well-being care, and operational innovation:

1. Cross-Generational Communication and Anti-Discrimination Culture (Culture & Organization)

• Dedicated Service Windows for Mature Workers: Synchronized service channels across headquarters and manufacturing plants provide real-time support for work and personal needs.

• Advocating an Inclusive Workplace: Anti-age discrimination materials are displayed across facilities to reinforce workplace equity.

• Youth-Senior Exchange Days & MAP Leadership Courses: Tailored training programs for frontline staff and managers strengthen capabilities in cross-generational management, team communication, and inclusive leadership.

2. Intelligent Human-Machine Collaboration and Job Redesign (Workplace Load Reduction)

Tailored to the operating realities of food manufacturing and frontline retail, HSIN TUNG YANG applies human-machine collaboration to reduce physical strain and cognitive fatigue:

• Physical Load Reduction: In-house design and rollout of rail-guided transport carts eliminate repetitive bending and heavy lifting. The adoption of semi-automated transport aids, electric pallet trucks, and automated weight-checking equipment relies on mechanical assistance to safeguard musculoskeletal health.

• Cognitive Load Reduction: Upgraded POS operating interfaces combined with full-color illustrated training materials accelerate onboarding and mastery for both new and senior workers.

3. Mentorship-Based Skill Transfer and Digital Co-Learning (Talent Development)

• Preserving Craft and Institutional Knowledge: Production line mentorship pairings connect veteran artisans with younger team members, safeguarding traditional food processing techniques against generational knowledge gaps.

• Closing the Digital Divide: AI-powered tools and modular digital learning resources support senior staff in mastering modern production control systems and digital interfaces at an adaptable pace.

4. Flexible Employment and Inclusive Hiring (Talent Attraction & Rehiring)

• Diversified Recruitment Channels: Inclusive, on-site recruitment drives proactively remove arbitrary age restrictions.

• Flexible Rehiring for Retirees: Institutionalized rehiring and flexible part-time options enable retiring and retired professionals to calibrate work hours around physical readiness, preserving specialized technical value.

5. Comprehensive Physical and Mental Health Support (Well-Being Protection)

• Routine Preventive Screenings: Annual free health examinations include tailored screening items for chronic health conditions.

• On-Site Contracted Healthcare Providers: Occupational health nurses and physicians maintain a routine presence across plants to conduct one-on-one health consultations, preventive guidance, and systematic follow-ups, securing a professional and supportive work environment.

Performance Metrics & Key Highlights

Human-Machine Collaboration and Mutual Generational Value: Building an All-Age Sustainable Model

Food production extends beyond a staple consumer industry; it is a discipline grounded in human connection and craftsmanship. Facing shifts in the labor market, HSIN TUNG YANG views demographic aging not as a barrier, but as a catalyst for organizational innovation.

Moving forward, HSIN TUNG YANG will advance its commitment to all-age sustainability by uniting intelligent manufacturing, assistive technology, and institutional knowledge-transfer frameworks. By cultivating an inclusive workplace where partners of every generation apply their expertise and share collective gains, the enterprise continues to write a sustainable chapter for Taiwan's food industry—harmonizing corporate performance, employee well-being, and social prosperity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How does HSIN TUNG YANG's Dayuan Factory address demographic aging challenges?

A1: Middle-aged and older workers represent over 31% of staff at the Dayuan Factory in Taoyuan. The company addresses structural shifts through dedicated support windows, flexible post-retirement re-employment, structured mentorship models, and AI-enabled visual learning guides that support adoption of smart manufacturing practices.

Q2: What specific assistive tools and automation solutions are deployed in job redesign?

A2: HSIN TUNG YANG engineered proprietary rail-guided transport carts to reduce repetitive manual handling, complemented by semi-automated lifting devices, electric pallet trucks, and automated checkweighers. On the software side, upgraded full-color pictorial guidelines and intuitive POS interfaces alleviate cognitive strain and reduce physical fatigue.

Q3: How does HSIN TUNG YANG evaluate the impact of its age-friendly workplace initiatives?

A3: In 2026, HSIN TUNG YANG benchmarked its operations against the "4+2 Friendly Indicators" under the Taoyuan City Government’s Friendly Enterprise Certification for Middle-aged and Older Workers, systematically assessing workplace safety, inclusion, recruitment, training, and operational innovation.