HR Manager & Site Leader

Teleflex; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 104,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Teleflex is seeking an HR Manager to lead all human resources activities at the German manufacturing site. You will function as a HR Business Partner to plant leadership, overseeing employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, and compliance with German law.

The role requires data-driven insights, stakeholder management, and collaboration with the global Matrix organization to drive operational excellence and a strong workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or advanced HR qualification.
• 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years in HR leadership within manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Experience in multinational organizations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor to Plant Leadership on people-related matters.
• Translate business objectives into HR strategies and workforce plans.
• Support organizational effectiveness and change management initiatives.
• Provide data-driven insights on workforce trends and metrics.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
• Lead recruitment activities and develop workforce plans.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify talent needs and improve hiring.
• Strengthen employer branding and recruitment pipelines.
• Drive performance management and leadership development.
• Oversee HR operations, compliance with German regulations, and HR documentation.
• Coordinate payroll processes and ensure SOX-compliant documentation.
• Lead the site HR team and foster accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

German employment law

Labor relations

HRIS (SAP SuccessFactors)

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Payroll/Compensation

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree or advanced HR qualification

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

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As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people's lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.

At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.

Position Summary

The HR Manager is responsible for leading all human resources activities at the manufacturing site, ensuring a high-performing, engaged, and compliant workforce. The role serves as a HR Business Partner to plant leadership and collaborates with the global Matrix organization. S/he manages day-to-day HR operations, employee & labor relations, talent management, workforce planning, and compliance with German employment legislation.

The HR Manager will foster a positive workplace culture, support operational excellence, drive talent development, and ensure effective collaboration with employee representatives.

Strategic HR Partnership

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Plant Leadership Team on people-related matters.


• Translate business objectives into HR strategies and workforce plans.


• Support organizational effectiveness, productivity improvement, and change management initiatives.


• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations on workforce trends and people metrics.

Employee & Labor Relations

• Manage employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures.


• Build and maintain effective working relationships with the employee & compensation committee.


• Promote a positive employee relations climate and proactive conflict resolution.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead recruitment activities


• Develop workforce plans aligned with production requirements and business growth.


• Partner with hiring managers to identify talent needs and improve hiring effectiveness.


• Strengthen employer branding and recruitment pipelines, including apprenticeships and vocational programs.

Performance Management & Talent Development

• Drive performance management processes across the site.


• Support leadership development and succession planning initiatives.


• Identify training needs and coordinate employee development programs.


• Promote a culture of continuous learning and career development.


• Support implementation of compensation programs in alignment with company policies and collective agreements.


• Ensure fair and competitive compensation practices.


• Participate in salary reviews, job evaluations, and benefits administration.


• Monitor labor costs and workforce-related budgets.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with German labor regulations, social insurance requirements, occupational health standards, GDPR, and company policies.


• Manage employment contracts, policy implementation, and HR documentation.


• Oversee HR systems and maintain accurate employee records.


• Ensure successful execution of HR audits and compliance reviews.

Payroll

• Ensure timely salary payments and compliance with documentation and regulatory requirements.


• Ensure accurate data entry and approval processes & documentation in accordance with SOX requirements.


• Partner with EHS to promote a strong safety culture.


• Support employee wellbeing initiatives and occupational health programs.


• Drive attendance management and return-to-work processes.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and develop the site HR team.


• Establish clear objectives and development plans for team members.


• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Education / Experience Requirements

• Master's degree or advanced HR qualification preferred.


• 7-10+ years of progressive HR experience.


• Minimum 3-5 years in an HR leadership role within a manufacturing, industrial, automotive, engineering, or supply chain environment


• Experience in multinational organizations is advantageous.

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of German employment law and labor relations.


• Knowledge of payroll, compensation, and benefits practices.


• Familiarity with manufacturing workforce planning and labor productivity concepts.


• Experience with HRIS systems (SAP SuccessFactors)


• Strategic thinking and business acumen.


• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.


• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.


• Effective conflict resolution and negotiation skills.


• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Language Requirements

• native German and English C-Level (written and spoken).

Teleflex is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, religion and/or membership of the traveller community.

Diversity fosters innovative thinking and entrepreneurship and that's what we are about at Teleflex. We trust and value our people and their diversity and we make it fun to work here. We are on a journey to ensure our workplaces mirror the patients we serve and the communities we operate in. Our approach is simple, we embrace everyone and want them to feel they belong here. We are building a culture where all employees can bring their best and unique selves to work. If that appeals to you, we would love to hear from you. Come join a company where diversity is sought out and inclusivity is how we progress.

At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.

Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, QuikClot™, LMA™, Pilling™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.