HR Specialist

In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries and over 8,000 employees, the company, headquartered in Switzerland, generates annual sales of more than CHF 1,000 million.

Our employees are the heart of Datwyler - we treat each other with respect, trust and appreciation. We have strong roots and values that have been well established in our 100-year corporate history. Become part of our great team as a...

Summary/Objective

The HR Generalist is a self-managed force who owns and drives comprehensive HR initiatives across our manufacturing operations. As a proactive floor influencer, you will lead talent acquisition, elevate employee relations, and master compliance entirely on your own initiative. We need a high-energy go-getter who thrives in the heart of production, seamlessly balancing administrative excellence with bold, forward-thinking execution to accelerate workflows and build a high-performance culture.

Essential Functions

• Culture & Advocacy: Acts as a brand ambassador for the company’s mission, vision, and values. Leads initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and a positive organizational climate.
• Talent Acquisition: Supports in executing the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, candidate assessment, and seamless onboarding. Builds a robust talent pipeline by representing the company at industry and community events.
• Employee Relations: Serves as a trusted advisor to staff at the operational level. Manages employee relations matters through objective investigations, conflict resolution, and comprehensive documentation to mitigate risk.
• Process Improvement: Partners with frontline leadership to create and provide solutions that elevate the employee experience that improves operations.
• Policy & Compliance: Ensures all HR data is accurate and programs are aligned and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while keeping management teams up to date.
• Lifecycle Management: Manages the entire employee lifecycle—from integration to offboarding—ensuring that each stage is supported by seamless employee experiences.
• Organizational Health: Regularly assesses the "pulse" of the workforce through direct feedback loops to drive engagement strategies and maintain high morale.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, on-site position.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Human Resources, Business Management, Organizational Development, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Previous experience as an HR Generalist within a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Advanced proficiency in the MS Office Suite products.
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors or comparable HRIS platforms.
• Experience with ADP payroll/HR systems is a significant plus.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement environments is highly desirable.
• Professional certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with high integrity.
• Proven judgment in assessing, de-escalating, and resolving personnel issues.
• Ability to project a professional image and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills paired with a proactive, self-starting work ethic.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to thrive and prioritize in a high-speed environment.

Be yourself at Datwyler

We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.