At the heart of the beautiful Bergisches Land, you will find us – Gustav Klauke GmbH, a 100% subsidiary of the global Emerson Group.
As a leading manufacturer of professional tools and connecting materials for the plumbing and electrical trades, our mission goes far beyond simply delivering tools to our customers. We strive to make the world cleaner, safer, smarter, and more sustainable by supporting our customers in building critical infrastructure worldwide.

To strengthen our team at the Remscheid site, we are looking for a Senior HR Manager (m/f/d) who, with solid experience in a manufacturing environment, will shape and drive all HR activities. In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to the management team and serve as the first point of contact for leaders and employees, with a special focus on production areas and processes.

Let’s set out and grow together. Let’s Go, together!

  In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Leading and developing the HR team, including coaching and mentoring employees Acting as a strategic advisor to management on all HR-related topics, especially within the production environment Collaborating closely with the works council and contributing to company agreements Driving talent and performance management as well as organizational development initiatives Supporting and implementing change processes in production areas Contributing to European HR projects and implementing global initiatives locally Managing the local HR department, including budget control and reporting Ensuring smooth processes in close collaboration with Payroll and Shared Services   Who You Are:

You are an experienced HR leader who understands the specific requirements of a manufacturing company. With empathy and determination, you combine hands-on HR work with strategic foresight. You are a strong communicator, act with integrity, and deliver practical solutions even in complex situations.
 

For This Role, You Will Need: University degree (e.g. Psychology, Business Administration) or equivalent qualification Minimum of 10 years of HR experience, including several years in a leadership role Extensive HR management experience in a manufacturing company, ideally with a strong focus on production processes Solid knowledge of German labor and works constitution law Experience in change management, organizational development, and close collaboration with works councils Strong written and spoken German and English skills
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: In-depth knowledge of HR and organizational processes in manufacturing environments Experience with international projects and matrix organizations Strong communication and consulting skills at all levels Hands-on mentality and enthusiasm for driving things forward
Our culture & what we offer:

At Gustav Klauke GmbH, we value a workplace where every employee feels respected, appreciated, and encouraged to grow. We foster an environment that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and diversity – because we know that great ideas are born in strong teams. We support your career path with mentoring, training, and development opportunities so that you can make a real impact.

Your well-being is important to us, and we ensure you have the right balance between work and personal life.

We offer:

Attractive salary according to IG Metall NRW collective agreement, including vacation pay, Christmas bonus, and special payments Flexible home office option Bike leasing Access to a fitness studio Canteen at the site Fresh fruit on a regular basis Free water and coffee Corporate benefits offers Great company events such as Klauke Aktiv 2.0, Birthday Club, anniversary celebrations, Safety Day, Christmas party, and many more Plenty of career perspectives

Interested?

We look forward to receiving your application via our career portal.

Gustav Klauke GmbH
Ms. Anika Rusinowski
Auf dem Knapp 46
42855 Remscheid
www.klauke.com