Senior HR Generalist (m/f/a)

Rotzinger Transver is a leading organization headquartered in Kaiseraugst and Altendorf, Switzerland.

As a key player in product flow control, buffering, distribution, and conveying solutions, we specialize in the food, confectionery, and packaging industries.
Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative systems designed to ensure reliable product handling, stable line performance, and efficient connection between processing and packaging operations.
With modular, scalable, and hygienic solutions, we help customers reduce product losses, minimize downtime, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
We strive to continuously expand our offerings and enhance our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

For more detailed information about Rotzinger Transver and its comprehensive business landscape, please visit www.rotzingertransver.com.

Rotzinger Transver is part of Coesia, a group of innovation-based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Coesia operates in 34 countries with 21 different companies and employs over 8,000 people as of 2026.

For Rotzinger Transver, one of our group companies with a site in Altendorf and a site in Kaiseraugst, we are looking for a hands-on HR professional located in Kaiseraugst, who will take full responsibility in coordination with the HR team.

This role acts as the key HR contact for employees and leaders within both sites, while working in close alignment with and reporting to the HR Business Partner at country level.

The position is ideal for an experienced HR professional who enjoys operating independently, taking ownership, and shaping HR practices in a dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of all operational HR processes within the company (end-to-end employee lifecycle)
• Recruitment and onboarding in close cooperation with line management and central recruitment
• Ensure smooth execution of HR processes such as recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation, absence management, and offboarding
• Drive and coordinate local implementation of group HR policies, standards, and initiatives
• Ensure compliance with local labour law and internal policies
• Be the main point of contact for employees regarding HR-related matters
• Manage and continuously improve HR processes, bringing in own ideas and best practices
• Collaborate closely with the HR Business Partner, acting as a strong operational counterpart
• Support organizational and change processes at local level
• Support local talent management initiatives, training and development
• End-to-end responsibility for payroll processing including social insurance reconciliation.

• At least 8 years of solid experience in a broad, operational HR role (e.g., HR Generalist / HR Manager) preferably in a multinational group
• Strong knowledge of local labour law and HR processes in Switzerland
• Knowledge of Swiss Payroll, Knowledge of Data Analytics, Workforce Management etc.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of ownership and accountability
• Hands-on mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Strong communication skills in English and German
• Very structured, reliable, and able to prioritize in a dynamic environment
• Availability to travel from time to time between Coesia Sites in Switzerland

• A diverse and autonomous HR role with real impact
• Growing opportunities with an international group
• Direct exposure to the local management team
• Opportunity to shape HR processes and bring in your own ideas
• Close collaboration within an international HR community
• A dynamic and entrepreneurial environment within a global group
• Competitive compensation package

If you are interested in shaping the future of our product portfolio, we look forward to your application.

Please note, that we only accept applicants with Swiss or EU/EFTA citizenship or applicants with an existing and valid residence and work permit for Switzerland.

Please submit your application via our career site, as email applications cannot be considered.

External agencies are kindly requested not to contact the company regarding this position.

Coesia is an equal-opportunity employer and embraces diversity and inclusion.