Calling all Production people!
Are you looking for a career move within a manufacturing production setting? Take a look at what we have to offer.
Help us produce innovative, market-leading, sustainable products, of which you can be proud!
Our production teams in our factories around the world make up around 60% of our workforce and are directly responsible for delivering the quality products that make our customers happy.
When you are part of our production process, you are at the heart of our business. Nothing is possible without you.
From technicians to shift supervisors to plant managers, every person who works in our factories understands the impact that their role has to the continued success of the business.
Working locally to where you live means that you could be working with friends and family and you also become part of the extended Knauf family in your community.
We take your safety and happiness very seriously. You will be respected, included and valued for your unique contribution and our rigorous international standards means that your safety is always a priority.
To thrive in Production it helps to be:
- Local to the plant
- A team-player
- Reliable and responsible
- Conscientious
Do you like the idea of...
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Working at the heart of our business
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Enjoying good, stable pay and benefits
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Working with friends
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Producing market-leading products
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Being part of a large, global business
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Always learning and self-improving
For any stage of your career
- Apprentice or late career.
- Production Operator or Plant Manager.
- New career path or next level progression.
- New baby at home or itchy feet.
Everyone sees opportunity differently, we are all at different stages of our careers with different qualities to offer and different reasons for working. We are in a privileged position at Knauf to have to the scale, variety and growth to be able to embrace that cross-section.
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Apprentices
If you are at the start of your career and have an interest in technical solutions to problems and a thirst for learning, then why not apply for one of our apprentice positions? You have a real job and responsibility from day 1, combined with time to study. Across our many of our businesses we frequently take apprentices in these disciplines. Bring your energy and ideas to real-life challenges! Search for apprentice roles on the Job Search page.
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Mid-Career or returning after a career break
Bring your skills and expertise into an environment which will nurture your talent and help you to thrive with global opportunities and exciting, innovative projects. Our strong values mean we provide equal opportunity and a stable, trust-worthy environment to all and we encourage you to find your own balance and goals. We value the individual; your potential, your talent and your needs. Combine this with an enjoyable, friendly workplace and you’ve got a solid career move!
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Late-Career or Senior Management
Our global position as a leader in our sector and our 90 years of history have only been possible by embracing the knowledge and skills of those with many years of experience. We see opportunity in everyone and we encourage anyone with passion and commitment to apply for roles. Self-development should be embraced at any age and we look to you to help guide those around you, as well as continue your own learning journey. Our stable foundations and competitive compensation and reward packages are an attractive pull for many.
Hear it directly from our people
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Our company has strong, fundamental improvement culture, I am always motivated to find a better way. Knauf is a company which supports any employee to grow
Du-Eon Mun
Safety Manager
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I love working at Knauf and my loyalty comes from two main areas; firstly the great teamworking atmosphere and secondly from the strategic direction and drive of the company, which aligns closely to my own values and vision. I am passionate about getting involved in the changes and developments that are going on and can’t wait to see how I can contribute in the future. Knauf is unique!
Oliver Burggraf
TPM Coordinator
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I began with an apprenticeship in Knauf as an electronics technician within electrical engineering and since the start, it has never been boring! I love the varied work at Knauf and I am always faced with new challenges.
Andreas Dorsch
Electrical Workshop Manager
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I began at Knauf six years ago as an Environmental Officer and have grown my career so that I’m now proud to be Head of Production in Chile. I appreciate the tight-knit, collaborative teamwork the most, as I think it allows us all to grow professionally and in a respectful and inclusive way. I think anyone with ambition, looking for a great career trajectory will find what they are seeking at Knauf.
Maria Teresa Sepulveda
Head of Production, Chile
We look after you.
As a private company with deep family values and heritage, we take very seriously the responsibility of offering a stable, safe and enjoyable working environment. We plan for the long-term, taking no decision lightly and considering always our resilience and capacity to ride the economic waves of global business.
As a decentralized business, you will find that the culture in each of our businesses and at each of our locations is specific to local needs and influences. We want you to feel at home and enjoy your work and so we prioritise your well-being and holistic safety, with each location tailoring its offering.
You can find out more about each of our businesses and their own specific culture on their dedicated career websites
