Hankook Mold Gimje Co., Ltd. is an automotive parts manufacturing company located in Gimje-si, Jeollabuk-do. Based on advanced composite material technology, it develops and produces lightweight automotive parts, possessing proprietary SMC material technology and ultra-precision mold design and manufacturing capabilities. Led by CEO Ko Il-ju, 72 employees are leading the future automotive parts market.

"Hankook Mold Gimje Co., Ltd. is a company that specializes in the development and production of lightweight automotive parts based on advanced composite material technology. We have established an integrated production system that encompasses the entire process, from proprietary SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) material technology to ultra-precision mold design, manufacturing, and molding. Based on this, we produce key components requiring high strength and ultra-lightweight characteristics, such as electric vehicle battery pack cases, front crossmembers, and roof boxes, contributing to the fuel efficiency and driving range improvement of OEMs and leading the future automotive parts market."

Business Areas

• Development and Production of Advanced Composite Materials (SMC): Hankook Mold Gimje directly develops and produces customized SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) materials that meet various customer requirements such as lightweight, high strength, and flame retardancy. In particular, we have strengths in developing carbon fiber SMC (CF-SMC) with superior properties compared to existing materials, which is used as a key material for high-performance parts such as electric vehicle battery cases.
• Manufacturing of Automotive Plastic Molded Products: We manufacture and supply various plastic molded products, from complex ultra-precision parts for automotive interiors and exteriors to large components, both domestically and internationally. This contributes to the lightweighting and performance improvement of automobiles.
• Ultra-Precision Mold Design and Manufacturing: Based on our proprietary ultra-precision mold design and manufacturing technology, we have established an integrated production system that covers the entire process from material development to molding, enabling the production of high-quality automotive parts.

Products

• Electric Vehicle Battery Pack Case: This is a key component for electric vehicles manufactured using carbon fiber reinforced composite materials (CF-SMC). It plays a crucial role in protecting the battery cells from external impact and heat while reducing the overall weight of the vehicle.
• Front Crossmember and Roof Box: These are key automotive components requiring high strength and ultra-lightweight characteristics, contributing to the fuel efficiency and driving range improvement of OEMs.
• Injection Molded Parts for Eco-friendly Trucks (Garnish, Deck Side Cover, etc.): We plan to stably supply major injection molded parts such as garnish and deck side covers in line with Hyundai Motor Company's Jeonju plant's mass production plan for the next-generation eco-friendly truck (LT2).

Special Notes

• Advanced Composite Materials and Mold Technology: We have secured a differentiated competitive advantage in related fields by establishing an integrated production system that includes proprietary SMC material technology, ultra-precision mold design and manufacturing, and molding technology.
• Expertise in Lightweight and High-Performance Automotive Parts: We produce parts that are lighter than conventional metal materials while achieving equivalent or higher strength and rigidity. We have strengths in developing high-value-added products, such as maximizing battery safety through excellent flame retardancy and electromagnetic shielding performance.
• Reliability as a Tier 1 Supplier to OEMs: We are recognized for our technology as a Tier 1 supplier to Hyundai, Kia Motors, and Hyundai Mobis, and are a strong small and medium-sized enterprise with excellent quality competitiveness, as evidenced by being selected as 'Supplier of the Year (Commercial Sector)' by Hyundai Motor Company in 2024.

Recruitment Information

• Main Hiring Positions: We primarily recruit employees for the IT team (AI model training and system development), Production Engineering/Maintenance team, Design team, and Purchasing/Materials team.
• Benefits: We offer benefits such as fuel allowances, adherence to the 52-hour work week, lounge, uniform provision, employee ID cards, and office supplies. We are enrolled in National Pension, Employment Insurance, and Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance.

💡 A Word from JobPloy
Hankook Mold Gimje is a company that handles advanced composite materials and mold technology in the automotive parts manufacturing sector. Foreign workers can be employed primarily in positions such as production, quality control, design, and IT. Precise work and adherence to quality standards are important. As a Tier 1 supplier to Hyundai Motor Company, a stable working environment and systematic processes can be expected. As it is located in Gimje-si, Jeollabuk-do, consideration for the living environment in the outskirts of the city may be necessary.