Careers at Rheinmetall in Kassel

My day is filled with routine meetings covering all ongoing and planned projects in manufacturing. We handle a wide variety of highly diverse orders simultaneously, which means we constantly face new challenges—there’s certainly never a dull moment.

In addition, I am responsible for everything related to modernizations and construction work on buildings, leasing or terminating leases for production, storage, and office spaces, as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Managing unexpected situations, such as the recent pandemic at our site, is part of the job as well.

I also maintain communication with other Rheinmetall locations and serve as the primary point of contact for almost all matters concerning the Kassel plant. In summary, my job is extremely varied. I might start the day with a plan based on my calendar, but by the end of the day, everything may have turned out completely different—and that’s exactly how I like it. I thrive on change and enjoy facing new challenges every day.

I am originally from a completely different industry. I spent 13 years in the pharmaceutical sector, where I started my career with vocational training. I’ve remained loyal to the production environment ever since. Over the years, I gained a wide range of experience across different areas, departments, and levels of responsibility, both domestically and abroad.

During my part-time studies, I found my way to Rheinmetall. I started at the Kassel site in the Lean Management department—a field that continues to fascinate and motivate me to this day. I quickly found my footing in the company, and my career steadily progressed. Opportunities arose, doors opened, and I embraced them. I’m someone who is always looking to grow and evolve—stagnation simply isn’t for me. In the end, everything fell perfectly into place.

Our strong sense of community certainly sets us apart. The Kassel site has a manageable size, and people still know each other here. We interact with openness and honesty, and our corporate values are genuinely lived.

Over the past few years, we have built an exceptionally broad portfolio. Nearly every Rheinmetall project is connected to Kassel in some way. Whether it’s the production of individual components or entire vehicles—from the first screw to final inspection—we’re involved. We’ve been highly successful in recent years, and we have the momentum to continue that success.

I’m fortunate to love my job. I simply enjoy working. I also feel a deep connection to this location—I was actually born in Kassel. Right now, we’re facing numerous exciting opportunities and challenges with our projects. I think we have a fantastic work environment with a lot of energy and team spirit, which makes coming to work enjoyable.

The future prospects for our site are excellent. We’ve made tremendous progress in recent years, and with that progress naturally comes some growing pains. We need to recruit additional colleagues with the right expertise, redefine processes, and expand our capacities—all in the name of growth.

We can rightfully be proud of what we’ve achieved and built here over the past years. Every individual has contributed to our development, and together we’ve made significant strides toward the future. Now, we can reinvest—whether in our employees, facility expansions, tools, or new technologies.

Of course, there are difficult phases. But at the end of the day, we stand by each other. I’m proud of how we present ourselves as a team and as a site.

Kassel is a location with a fantastic, supportive community that offers a lot in return. We are looking for colleagues who are eager to learn, driven to advance, and willing to share their knowledge. If you’re ready to go the extra mile, you’ll fit right in with us.

My advice: Communicate openly and directly, and align yourself with our values. By doing so, you’ll quickly become part of the team – and part of our success.

Our values play a critical role in our daily work. Wherever people work, mistakes happen. It’s only by addressing them openly that we can work towards solutions. We foster a positive error culture rooted in continuous improvement.

It’s important to me to always be approachable for my team. I want them to feel comfortable approaching me with any issues, trusting that we will handle them fairly and collaboratively.

We also have many colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds, which makes respectful interaction even more essential. For me, respect also includes simple courtesy. A “please,” a “thank you,” and a warm greeting are integral to maintaining a friendly and professional environment.

I enjoy spending my free time outdoors. Whether it’s cycling – I recently crossed the Alps with friends – fishing, or skiing in the mountains, being active in nature is something I love.
My personal balance comes from my family. My wife and our two children, a daughter and a son, know exactly how to keep me on my toes, making sure we make the most of our time together.