ASTEC Co., Ltd. was established in 2005 and is a KOSDAQ-listed company headquartered in Seocheon-gun, Chungnam. It is a fine chemical company specializing in the development and manufacturing of raw materials for UV filters and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Led by CEO Yoon Jong-bae, the company employs 56 staff members and is strengthening its global market competitiveness through its proprietary technology.

"ASTEC, established on March 15, 2005, is a KOSDAQ-listed company headquartered at 13, Janghangsandan7-gil, Janghang-eup, Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do. It is a manufacturer of other chemical products. Its main businesses include the manufacturing of functional chemical materials, production of fine chemical products, and development and supply of industrial chemical raw materials. Aiming to be a world-class organic UV filter specialist, ASTEC has secured differentiated technological competitiveness in the fields of high-functionality chemical materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Notably, it has developed and licensed out the core technology for Samjin Pharmaceutical's new oral treatment for dry eye syndrome, SA001, and the core technology for producing the active pharmaceutical ingredient for Plaris Tablet."

Business Areas

• Development and Manufacturing of Organic UV Filters: We develop and produce raw materials for UV filters, and have succeeded in localizing DHHB, a UVA filter raw material, which we supply to global clients.
• Development and Manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients: We develop and manufacture Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) for pharmaceuticals and possess the core technology for producing APIs for Samjin Pharmaceutical's new drugs and key products.
• Production and Supply of Fine Chemical Materials: We engage in the production of high-functionality chemical materials and fine chemical products, and develop and supply various industrial chemical raw materials.

Products

• UviMax® DHHB: An effective UV filter raw material that blocks UVA, it is ASTEC's core product and was the first in Korea to be successfully localized and patented.
• UviMax® BEMT: A broad-spectrum UV filter raw material that simultaneously blocks UVA and UVB, it has high versatility and holds a significant market share.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API): We have developed the core technology for Samjin Pharmaceutical's new oral dry eye syndrome treatment SA001 and the core technology for producing clopidogrel bisulfate in spherical form, an API for Plaris Tablet.

Special Notes

• Proprietary Technology and Patents: We have secured proprietary organic synthesis process technology through the successful localization of the high-functionality UVA filter DHHB and holding related patents.
• Global Market Competitiveness and Client Acquisition: Based on world-class quality and price competitiveness, we are strengthening our market position by supplying UV filter raw materials to global chemical companies and domestic/international cosmetic OEM companies.
• Production Capacity Expansion: With the completion of the second plant in May 2026, production capacity has doubled compared to the existing capacity. We plan to continuously expand production volume through further expansion by 2030.

Recruitment Information

• Main Hiring Positions: We primarily recruit for Production Team Members, Management Support (Accounting/Bookkeeping/HR & General Affairs), Research, and Sales positions. Preference is given to candidates with a degree in Chemical Engineering and relevant certifications.
• Benefits: National Pension, Employment Insurance, Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance, Health Insurance, Severance Pension, 5-day work week, Annual Leave, Regular Vacations, Bereavement Leave, Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Severance Pay, Incentives, Fuel Allowance, Employee Training Expenses, Self-Development Support, Dormitory Support, Cafeteria, Health Check-ups, Meal Support, Beverage/Snack Provision, etc.

💡 A Word from JobPloy
ASTEC Co., Ltd. is a KOSDAQ-listed company growing based on its proprietary technology in the fields of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Recruitment primarily occurs in positions such as production, research, and management support, and it can be a great opportunity for individuals with a background in chemical engineering or relevant experience, including foreign workers. The company offers various benefits such as dormitory, cafeteria, and health check-ups, providing a stable working environment. However, due to the nature of the fine chemical industry, adherence to safety regulations and specialized knowledge may be required, so please keep this in mind.