nilfisk

Discussion

Manufacturing HR Business Partner

Join Nilfisk as a Manufacturing HR Business Partner

Are you passionate about partnering with leaders, supporting employees, and shaping an engaging workplace culture in a manufacturing environment? Join Nilfisk as our Manufacturing HR Business Partner in Nagykanizsa and play a key role in translating business strategies into people initiatives that drive organizational performance, employee engagement, and sustainable growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to act as a trusted HR advisor to our manufacturing leadership team while remaining close to the day-to-day employee experience. The position is offered as maternity cover.

Major Function

As Manufacturing HR Business Partner, you will support our manufacturing organization by aligning HR priorities with business objectives. Working closely with site leadership, managers, HR Centres of Excellence, and People Operations, you will contribute to workforce planning, organizational development, employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, and compliance.

Based on-site in Nagykanizsa, you will serve as a trusted partner to both leaders and employees, combining strategic HR support with hands-on operational HR activities to ensure a positive and productive work environment.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Partner with manufacturing leadership to align people strategies with business priorities and operational goals.
  • Lead and support strategic HR initiatives including workforce planning, succession planning, organizational design, employee engagement, and talent development.
  • Coach and advise managers on leadership practices, employee retention, team effectiveness, and organizational change.
  • Support local implementation of global HR programs in collaboration with HR Centres of Excellence and People Operations.
  • Analyze people-related data and organizational health indicators to provide actionable insights and recommendations to leadership.
  • Deliver core HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, time and attendance processes, HR documentation, and compliance activities.
  • Ensure compliance with local labor legislation, company policies, and employee relations processes.
  • Support change management activities associated with organizational transformations, restructuring initiatives, and business growth.
  • Foster an inclusive, respectful, and high-performing culture where equal treatment and fair employment practices are consistently upheld.

Your New Team

You will become part of Nilfisk's international HR community, working closely with manufacturing leaders, supervisors, HR colleagues, and specialist teams across the organization. While your primary focus will be the Nagykanizsa manufacturing site, you will collaborate with global and regional stakeholders to ensure consistent people practices and successful implementation of HR initiatives.

As a trusted on-site HR partner, you will have the opportunity to influence both strategic decisions and everyday employee experience, helping to create a workplace where people can thrive and perform at their best.

Why Join Us

At Nilfisk, we know that amazing people make amazing companies. You will join a culture built on trust and freedom, with a strong growth mindset. At Nilfisk, it's OK to make mistakes, as long as you learn from them. We encourage you to challenge ideas and speak your mind so that together we can find the best solutions.

In addition, we offer:

  • A highly visible HR role with direct impact on business performance and employee experience.
  • Opportunities to work with both local and international stakeholders.
  • A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work environment.
  • Professional development opportunities and continuous learning.
  • The chance to contribute to meaningful organizational and cultural initiatives within a global company.

If this resonates with you, we would be excited to hear from you.

Qualifications to Succeed in the Position

To succeed in this role, you are a proactive HR professional who enjoys building trusted relationships and balancing strategic thinking with operational execution.

You bring:

  • HR partnering experience within manufacturing, industrial, or other operational environments.
  • Business acumen and the ability to influence and advise leaders at different organizational levels.
  • Expertise in supporting organizational change, workforce planning, employee engagement, and leadership development initiatives.
  • Confidence in analyzing HR and organizational data and translating findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Good knowledge of Hungarian labor law and HR compliance requirements.
  • Fluency in Hungarian and English, with excellent communication skills.
  • A service-oriented and collaborative approach combined with strong organizational and administrative capabilities.
  • A genuine commitment to fairness, inclusion, equal treatment, and respectful employee relations.

Interested?

If this could be your next career step, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our careers site.


Let’s create a cleaner future together


Cleaning has emerged as a key contributor to health and safety, sparked by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development. Being part of Nilfisk means thinking outside of the box, bringing your inspiring ideas to life, sharing the results, and learning from your setbacks. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength – as we achieve the best results from a wide variety of views and approaches. At Nilfisk, you have the freedom to be yourself and express your opinions. Nilfisk is firmly committed to growth and sustainability in everything we do. You will be empowered in your role as you collaborate with passionate colleagues on a quest to create a cleaner future.

Are you ready to make a change for a cleaner future?


About Nilfisk

Nilfisk is a world-leading provider of professional cleaning equipment and services, founded in Denmark in 1906. With approximately 4,500 employees across 45 countries and products sold in over 100 markets, we are committed to developing sustainable cleaning solutions that improve quality of life. We are a proud member of the United Nations Global Compact.


We embrace diversity and equality with an environment of inclusion. We encourage everyone to apply for the position, regardless of origin, race, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, gender, gender-identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age.


Job applicant FAQ

Do you have questions regarding the recruitment process or alike? Please visit our FAQ for job applicants.

Show