Description

In this role, you will be the go-to HR expert for the Plant Manager, handling everything from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and compliance. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with various teams, implementing HR best practices, and ensuring a positive work environment.

Requirements

• •At least 5 years of professional experience as an HR generalist, in HR operations, or in a similar position
• •University degree in human resources, social psychology, or a related field
• •Practical knowledge of German labor law
• •Practical experience in all phases of the HR lifecycle
• •Practical knowledge of general labor law matters in different regions and continents, as well as cultural differences
• •Ability to build relationships and collaborate with various stakeholders within and outside HR
• •Patient listener with empathy for all colleagues who want to provide feedback and be heard
• •Creative approach to problem-solving
• •Excellent communication skills and conflict resolution skills
• •Strong focus on employees and the company, understanding of the business model and the company's direction
• •Initiative and a mindset for continuous improvement
• •Fluent German language skills - both written and spoken
• •Fluent English language skills – C1 level, both written and spoken
• •Ability to deal with ambiguity in a dynamically changing environment

Tasks

• •Serve as the primary HR contact for the Plant Manager and their team
• •Collaborate closely with the local Works Council on HR matters
• •Assist with budget and headcount planning for the plant
• •Recruit hourly employees, from creating job requisitions to onboarding
• •Manage the offboarding process for departing employees
• •Identify and expand recruiting channels for hourly positions
• •Participate in job and training fairs to attract candidates
• •Conduct HR employee conversations to address concerns and feedback
• •Define and implement personnel measures with HR managers and directors
• •Prepare and implement salary reviews and adjustments with the Compensation & Benefits team
• •Execute talent reviews in cooperation with the plant manager
• •Prepare and implement development and talent management measures with the central Talent Management team
• •Create succession plans for key positions and define development plans
• •Support Performance Management (PIP) cases as needed
• •Assist in Ethics and Compliance investigations with HR leadership
• •Develop and design HR processes and tools for efficiency
• •Identify and define HR best practices at the plant
• •Manage and implement local HR projects and global initiatives for the Wuppertal plant
• •Participate in HR initiatives and projects across Germany and Europe
• •Evaluate employee engagement survey results and implement action plans
• •Define, update, and review job descriptions with functional departments
• •Collaborate with local and regional HR teams, Talent Acquisition, and Payroll & HR Operations
• •Act as a contact for external partners on HR issues, such as the Trade Inspectorate

Benefits