About Us
Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corporation, a family owned business for over 75 years, takes pride in powering progress in health, security and quality of life. We are key partners with the world’s leading medical devices, semiconductor, scientific analytics and industrial systems manufacturers. When they want to push the limits of what’s possible with high voltage applications, they turn to us to make it happen.
While Spellman is not a household name, our products are used to make and often power many of the most advanced technologies that make modern life possible. With design and manufacturing sites in North America, Europe and Asia, we have become the preferred provider of high voltage power solutions for OEMs pushing the boundaries of technology around the world by designing and producing the products they need to power progress.
Main objectives:
As a standalone HR Business Partner, you are responsible for all HR-related issues for the Spellman Bochum site - from talent acquisition to offboarding. You will help us create a performance-enhancing corporate culture, further develop HR processes and ensure that our company is an attractive place to work for our employees.
HR Business Partner (m/f/d) This position cannot be carried out in the home office. The hours are flexible, and we are willing to consider full and part time applications.
Key responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Lead the recruitment process for all Bochum roles, ensuring a seamless candidate experience and hiring of top talent.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract, retain, and engage employees in a competitive global market.
• Manage onboarding processes to ensure new hires are effectively integrated into the company culture and operations.

HR Strategy & Policies

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs that align with local labour laws and global best practices.
• Collaborate with leadership to design HR strategies that support business growth and employee satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations in Germany.
• Collaborate with international HR departments to align with global HR standards.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, resolving issues and fostering a positive work environment.
• Develop initiatives to promote employee engagement, well-being, and professional development.
• Plan and execute performance management processes, including goal setting, individual development plans and regular check-in.
• Build a strong working relationship with the Works Council

Learning & Development

• Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and growth.
• Partner with department heads to design role-specific training and career development plans.

Compensation & Benefits

• Oversee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive and aligned with market standards.
• Conduct periodic reviews of salary structures and benefit offerings to ensure alignment with company goals and employee expectations.

HR Data & Reporting

• Maintain HR records and generate regular reports on workforce metrics, such as turnover rates, engagement scores, and diversity statistics.
• Use HR data insights to inform decisions and improve overall HR practices.

Culture & Values

• Champion the company’s culture and values, ensuring they are embedded in all HR initiatives and interactions.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Education/ experience required:

Experience

• Experience: 7+ years in HR management, preferably in manufacturing
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (HR certifications like PHR, SHRM-CP, or CIPD are a plus).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of global HR practices, including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance in the USA and Europe.
• Proven ability to build and sustain a positive workplace culture in a global, remote-friendly environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Experience of working with Works Councils
• Fluency in English (C2 or native) and German (C1 minimum)
• Responsibility for adhering to the Company’s ISO 9001 Quality, ISO14001 Environmental and Health and Safety management systems

Tools

• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g. Workday).
• Familiarity with tools for remote collaboration and performance management (e.g., Teams, Zoom).

The above responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you may be required to fulfil other duties and responsibilities from time to time for which you are reasonably qualified.
We at Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corporation believe that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The right of equal employment opportunity extends to recruiting, hiring selection, transfer, promotion, training and all other conditions of employment. To request accommodation related to disabilities, please email us at careers@spellmanhv.com, or call +1 (631) 630-3000
Note to Recruiters and Placement Agencies: Spellman High Voltage Electronics does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website or to any Spellman High Voltage Electronics employee. Spellman High Voltage Electronics will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Spellman High Voltage Electronics and will be processed accordingly.

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