Change the world with innovations

We’ve been setting new standards with our solutions for unique products for almost a century. With our passion and innovative spirit, we research exceptional materials that can unfold their potential in countless products and sectors. We are always guided by the twin goals of meeting our customers high expectations and making a positive contribution to society and the environment. We are Kuraray.

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For people and the planet – to achieve what no-one else can.

What we want to achieve

Sustainability, innovation, digitalization – we are actively shaping the future. For that we have set clear targets so that we, as a company, can accept responsibility. Our strategy is based on three central elements: innovative solutions that make a lasting improvement to society and the environment, a consistent focus on sustainability – both as a business and in our products – and digital innovations that make us more competitive. Become part of our mission and make the difference!

Our stragtegic objectives

What our people say

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Shu-Hsien Li
Beatrix Höhne
Yuriko Tanida
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A corporate culture with added value

Sustainability, innovation and digitalization are the cornerstones of our strategy – but real change is brought about by the people behind it. We rely on the diversity and creativity of our employees, who accept responsibility, develop new solutions and actively shape tomorrow’s world. Working together, innovative spirit and a corporate culture that empowers progress are the basis for our success.

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People at Kuraray

Every day, our colleagues use their creativity and passion to research and produce something new. Get to know the people that make the difference.

Get to know us

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Your worldwide career opportunities

As a global organization, we offer fulfilling jobs – worldwide if you like. We are networking our locations more closely to make optimum use of our strengths and talents. Therefore, we offer many of our employees the opportunity to work for us internationally. Maybe you’re interested in a job outside Germany, especially in Japan? Then we could be your ticket to a unique international career!

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Benefits

Work-life balance and health

Fostering employees health is very important to Kuraray. We want to keep our employees healthy. Therefore, we offer our employees with a range of health benefits.

Hybrid working model with 40 percent remote working per year
Flexible working hours
Occupational health management

Pay and social benefits

We benefit from your work and that should pay off for you too. Alongside the attractive rates of pay agreed for the German chemical industry, we offer many fringe benefits.

Attractive pay package based on the collective agreement for the German chemical industry
Company pension plan and supplementary insurance
Nursing care insurance

Professional and personal development

The personal and professional development of our employees is important to us. Whether you are just starting out your career or already have many years’ experience, we offer a range of opportunities for further development.

Extensive opportunities for continuing professional development
Coaching and mentoring
Foreign assignments

Personal and professional development of Kuraray employees is important to us.

Culture and collaboration

Working for Kuraray means being part of a community. We have a tradition of commitment and social responsibility. That includes company events to foster community spirit and involvement in social projects.

Respectful working environment
Modern leadership culture
Flat hierarchies

All Benefits

How we work at Kuraray

Sustainability at Kuraray

Our new sustainability blog gives you full information about our sustainability efforts. We present new projects and initiatives, talk to employees, and show how we put sustainability into practice in our company.

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Your opportunity: vacancies at Kuraray

We’re always looking for talented new employees who are interested in working with us to make the world a little better. Discover our current vacancies and become part of our team.

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