About adapa GroupAt adapa Group, we are a leading provider of innovative and sustainable flexible packaging solutions in Europe. Operating across multiple countries and industries, we are committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement in everything we do. We are an international, diverse and fast-paced organization with strong industrial roots and an ambitious transformation agenda.
Be the local HR partner and a driver of HR process excellence
This role will act as the primary HR contact at plant level, partnering closely with the Plant Manager and local leadership team, while being fully integrated into the Italian HR team. Beyond the local HR agenda, this role will also play a key part in consolidating and strengthening HR administrative systems and processes across the Italian cluster, contributing to standardization, governance and operational efficiency. If you enjoy combining operational HR support with process improvement and working at the intersection of people and performance, this role is for you. This role reports to HR Manager Italy.
Your MissionAs HR Business Partner – Plant & HR Operations, you will:At Plant Level – Business Partnership & People LeadershipAct as the trusted HR partner to the Plant ManagerSupport leadership effectiveness, organizational stability and performance cultureEnsure consistent implementation of HR policies and practices in line with local legislation and company standardsBe the main HR contact point for managers and employees at the plantYou will coordinate and support the following HR processes in alignment with the Italian HR team:Recruitment & selectionTalent identification and retention supportLearning & development coordinationEmployee relations & social dialogue (conflict management, disciplinary processes, interactions with employee representatives)Payroll coordination and labor administration follow-up (in close collaboration with the country HR structure)Absenteeism monitoring and workforce data analysisOnboarding & offboarding processesHR reporting and local complianceSupport audits and certifications from an HR perspectiveAt Cluster Level – HR Operations & Process Consolidation
In addition, you will:Contribute to the harmonization and standardization of HR administrative processes across the clusterSupport improvements in payroll governance, HR reporting and master data accuracyHelp streamline HR workflows and approval processesParticipate in HR transformation initiatives (digitalization, process alignment, data consolidation)Act as a bridge between plant realities and cluster HR operational standardsThis makes the role both operational and structural: close to the shopfloor, but also contributing to building a more robust and scalable HR organization.
What Makes You Successful in This Role? You combine solid HR operational experience with a structured, improvement-driven mindset.
You bring:Strong partnership skills with plant leadershipThe ability to operate in industrial environments with pragmatism and resilienceSolid knowledge of employee relations and labor lawAttention to detail in administrative and payroll-related processesAnalytical mindset and confidence working with workforce dataA structured approach to process improvementThe courage to address difficult topics constructivelyHands-on attitude with strong ownershipA collaborative spirit, as part of a broader HR country team
Required Skills and QualificationsMinimum 5 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role within a multinational manufacturing or industrial environmentProven experience in employee relations and labor lawExposure to payroll and HR administration processesExperience contributing to process standardization or HR operations improvement is a plusFluency in English is requiredSolid MS Office skills; experience working in evolving HR systems environments is an advantage
Why adapa?A dynamic and international environmentA company in transformation, where HR plays a key role in shaping structure and performanceThe opportunity to partner closely with business leaders while building scalable HR processesA culture focused on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
If you enjoy being the HR partner at plant level while contributing to stronger, more efficient HR operations across the cluster, this is your place.