This blog post introduces methods to effectively incorporate hands-on factory experience and action-oriented attitudes into your production management self-introduction, moving beyond a simple list of career history.
Growth Process
“I recommend myself.”
When I was young, I lived in China for a short time. I lived in Korea until the second grade of elementary school, then moved to China for two years and attended school there. That period was truly a huge shock to me. In Korea, even children were raised hearing things like “Be quiet” or “If you don’t know, don’t speak up.” Adults also demanded that kind of behavior from children. But China had a different culture. Whenever someone mentioned needing a class representative or someone to take charge of a task, many children would spontaneously volunteer, saying, “I’ll do it!” Watching my friends then left a deep impression on me, and I realized how beautiful and joyful an active life could be.
Through that experience, I began to change little by little. I learned that saying “I volunteer” wasn’t so difficult after all, and gradually, I started taking the initiative in more and more things. For example, if someone was needed to clean, I would step up without hesitation and do it. I tried to fulfill my responsibilities fully, and if there was anything I hadn’t done properly, I would come out early the next morning to finish the cleaning. That attitude continued later in high school. I was voluntarily recommended as a helper for friends with disabilities and spent time studying with them.
Among those experiences, studying with a visually impaired friend taught me a great deal. At the time, I barely had enough time for my own studies, but helping that friend with homework and studying together allowed me to personally experience the spirit of “just do it” and the truth that “learning through experience is most important.” What I realized then was that experiencing and learning from anything is crucial. It also made me think that no matter what happens, you shouldn’t just stand by and watch; you need the attitude to step forward and solve problems yourself.
Thanks to that passionate attitude and confidence, I was eventually recommended to become the high school student council president. Because others trusted me and recommended me, I gained the opportunity to serve the school and students as president, and that experience became a crucial turning point in my life.
That’s how my life changed, and I still live by those lessons to this day. The phrase “I recommend myself” is not just a simple self-introduction; it signifies an attitude of fulfilling one’s responsibilities and living proactively with constant passion.
School Life
“Learn through experience, feel through work.”
From the moment I entered school, I wanted to have diverse experiences. However, accumulating such experiences often naturally required money, so I had to work a lot. For instance, I needed money when I wanted to travel, and I also needed funds when I wanted to learn the gayageum. Each time, I took on various part-time jobs. I remember shouting until my throat hurt while doing promotional work at a department store, and I once drove a truck selling cabbage. I also sold bracelets and necklaces around Hongdae. Among all those jobs, the hardest experience was working in a factory. It was a tire factory, and because parts kept coming out, I had to stand in front of the machine without even time to go to the bathroom. After finishing twelve-hour shifts and coming home, I felt so exhausted my stomach churned, but I was paid well enough, and above all, I formed truly deep relationships with the people working there. They were the kind of people who comforted each other through the hard work, embracing everyone without any hierarchy. Because I liked those people so much, I kept applying for part-time work at the factory every year, year after year. The boss sometimes spoke with a bit of swearing mixed in, but his affection ran so deep that he always gave us extra money on top. Through that job, I learned a great deal and experienced many facets of life. It was then that I learned about the profession of production manager and resolved to obtain the necessary certification for that job.
Furthermore, I used the money I earned back then to gain diverse experiences. I traveled extensively, visiting many corners of the world, and those experiences profoundly impacted me. Encountering various countries and cultures taught me that ‘humans make everything possible.’ Through this experience, I gained the realization that one must live keeping possibilities open in any situation, and it led me to think that I should live with an open mind. I also deeply felt that I should live a life accepting everyone without dismissing anyone. Therefore, I cherish the connections with the people around me and take good care of those relationships. I believe human relationships hold the most important value, and that experience became a crucial foundation that shaped who I am today.
Strengths and Weaknesses
“Don’t worry, just act.”
I consider ‘taking action’ to be the greatest strength of my personality. I believe worrying accomplishes nothing, so I’m always someone who puts things into practice. People who see me sometimes say things like, “You’re so recklessly brave,” or “You always seem to be all smiles and no worries,” or “Are you naturally that positive?” But the truth is, I’m actually quite negative by nature and have perfectionist tendencies, so I tend to get stressed easily. Yet, I think the reason I appear so energetic and positive on the outside is because I’m always taking action. I know all too well that worrying doesn’t solve anything. For example, worrying about not having money for college tuition is completely meaningless. Instead, starting a part-time job to earn that money is far more practical and meaningful. Similarly, worrying that I won’t get a job because my English is poor is pointless. Memorizing even one English word is more important. That’s why I’m always a person of action, and I think that’s why I appear energetic to others and seem to give them energy. I really like my personality because I can positively influence those around me. Also, I can handle tasks quickly, which I consider a major strength.
However, my personality has its downsides. Being too action-oriented sometimes reveals my hasty nature. When I’ve thought something through on my own, I tend to charge ahead without considering the surrounding circumstances. In these moments, if things don’t go smoothly or plans don’t proceed as intended, I can sometimes fail to understand others’ circumstances. Of course, I recognize that this trait is somewhat necessary when working. However, when I focus excessively on work, I often end up overlooking the situations or feelings of those around me. That’s why I’ve been thinking lately that I need to pay more attention to this aspect. I believe it’s important to be more mindful of the people around me when working, to listen better to their opinions, and to be more considerate. While working to improve this, I want to better leverage the strengths of my personality.
I always place great importance on taking action and putting things into practice. That’s why I’m confident my personality brings many advantages. However, I also recognize my shortcomings and am making an effort to gradually improve those areas. In that sense, my personality is continuously evolving, and I’m striving to grow into a better person.
Post-Hire Aspirations
“I will become an employee who shines at Gunji Pharmaceutical.”
My choice of Gunji Pharmaceutical stems not merely from its association with my alma mater. It is because Gunji Pharmaceutical is an innovative company that continually strives for advancement and relentlessly pursues the introduction of new pharmaceuticals. Your company consistently sets its vision in a future-oriented direction, focuses on realizing it, and in doing so, consistently captures the industry’s attention. In Korea, where many companies shy away from new challenges, your company’s innovative strides consistently shine like a beacon, capturing public attention.
If I am fortunate enough to join your company, I will be an employee who makes that light shine even brighter. Building on the know-how gained from my previous hands-on experience in a factory, I aim to actively contribute to the operation of pharmaceutical production lines. Although I lack direct experience working on a pharmaceutical production line, my three years of hands-on factory experience taught me valuable lessons both theoretically and practically. I aim to harmonize this theoretical and practical knowledge to build more efficient and precise production processes, ultimately contributing to your company’s growth.
However, machines and technology alone cannot create an excellent production line. Ultimately, people are the core of the production site. I value people above all else and aspire to be a leader who collaborates smoothly with colleagues and effectively motivates people. I will strive to foster an environment where employees respect each other and grow together, enabling fair and efficient production. To achieve this, I will spare no encouragement and empathy to ensure my valued colleagues take pride in their work and approach their tasks with even greater passion.
I believe the happiest place is where people work together. I will strive to ensure everyone at your company communicates effectively and works with joy, thereby contributing to achieving even better results. To become an employee who further enhances Geon International, I will diligently learn and demonstrate my growth. Thank you.
