Be the local HR ambassador in a truly international environment At adapa, we are shaping the future of sustainable packaging across Europe. We are an international, diverse and fast-paced organization, operating in multiple countries with strong industrial roots and an ambitious transformation agenda.
We are now looking for an HR Manager Italy, based at our Gambassi plant , who will act as the local HR lead for both of our Italian sites - Gambassi and Forlì while being an active member of the local management teams and our HR team. This role is key to translating global HR strategy into impactful local execution: close to the business, close to people, and close to our operations.
If you enjoy wearing multiple HR hats, partnering with leaders, driving change and building engaged teams in a production environment, this role is for you.
Your Mission As HR Manager Italy, you will be responsible for the full HR agenda across our Gambassi and Forlì plants, ensuring alignment between global HR strategies and local business and legal realities.
You will: Implement the HR strategy in close connection with business priorities and operational needs across both plants
Act as a trusted HR Business Partner for local management, supporting leadership effectiveness, organizational change and a high-performance culture
Ensure consistent implementation of global HR policies, adapted to local context and Italian legislation
Lead all local HR processes within the regional HR team: Recruitment & selection
Talent identification, succession and retention planning




Learning & development support & local training management
Employee relations & social dialogue: oversee employee relations in a production environment, including conflict management, disciplinary processes and local litigations. Lead and support relations with trade unions and RSU/RSA, and manage the application of the relevant CCNL across both sites
Payroll and all related labor administration
Monitor attendance, absenteeism and workforce data across both plants, turning insights into action
Ensure full compliance with Italian labor law and internal standards across the plants
HR reporting
Drive HR improvement initiatives based on data analysis and business needs
Support and lead HR transformation projects, including process standardization, digitalization and future skills development
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a strong employee experience
Support certification audits from an HR perspective
You will be supported locally by an HR team member and functionally connected to the regional HR organization. Regular travel between Gambassi and Forlì is expected.




What Makes You Successful in This Role? You combine strong operational HR expertise with the mindset of a business partner and change agent.
You bring: A strong drive for results and the ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and changing environments
Solid skills in planning, prioritization and execution
The confidence and managerial courage to address difficult topics and challenge constructively
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate data into decisions
Strength in conflict management, collaboration and stakeholder influence
A genuine interest in developing yourself and others
Hands-on, pragmatic approach with strong ownership
Willingness to travel regularly between our Gambassi and Forlì plants
Your Experience & Background Minimum 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist / HR Business Partner in a multinational manufacturing or industrial environment
Proven experience managing employee relations, Italian labor law topics and payroll-related matters, ideally across multiple sites
Fluency in Italian and English is required
Solid MS Office skills; experience working without heavy HRIS structures is a plus
Why adapa? A dynamic, international and diverse working environment
A company in growth and transformation, where HR has a real voice and impact
The opportunity to grow professionally while helping others grow
A culture built on collaboration, resilience and continuous improvement
If you enjoy being a true HR generalist, acting as the local HR ambassador and shaping the employee experience end-to-end: THIS IS YOUR PLACE.
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