Michael Jortzick - Head of HR

Q: Where is Michael based?

Michael is based in Braunschweig, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Michael speak?

Michael speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Michael have?

Michael has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 6 months . Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Michael's latest experience?

Michael's most recent position is Head of HR at METRIC mobility solutions AG .

Q: Which industries is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Healthcare , and Automotive . Michael also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) , Professional Services , and Education .

Q: Which business areas is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Legal and Compliance , and Project Management . Michael also has some experience in Finance , Logistics , and Research and Development (R&D) .

Q: Which industries has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Healthcare , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Legal and Compliance , and Project Management .

Q: What is Michael's education?

Michael holds a Master in Economics from University of Hanover .

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Braunschweig, Germany

Experience

Jun 2014 - Jan 2016

1 year 8 months

Head of HR

METRIC mobility solutions AG

Overall responsibility for HR and social affairs for 260 employees
Designing and implementing consolidation measures after the largely completed restructuring
Building a functional and efficient HR department
Establishing recruiting and employer branding
Setting up personnel development
Leading 4 direct reports, reporting to the executive board
Preparing and initiating further restructuring measures and handing them over to the permanent successor

Apr 2011 - Present

14 years 10 months

HR Senior Consultant - Interim Manager and Project Manager

HR generalist: building structures, restructuring, contract design and review, labor law, working with works councils and managers, employer branding, recruiting
Restructuring and creating a sustainable HR organization at RKW SE, foil production
Carve-out of a rolling mill from insolvency (§613a BGB); labor law support at Schwerter Profile GmbH, metal processing
Site closure: analysis and concept creation, including communication strategy at an automotive supplier
Support during insolvency: negotiating and implementing balance of interests and insolvency social plan at Ferdinand Lusch GmbH & Co. KG
Head of HR at Ferdinand Lusch GmbH & Co. KG: partial relocation of production, building structure
Plant HR manager at an automotive supplier (covering vacancy), including building structures and IATF certification at proseat Schwarzheide
HR management: covering vacancy, site closure with balance of interests and social plan at RKW Group Frankenthal
HR management / senior recruiting and structure development at MDM
HR management: project management, HR work and recruiting with cross-border site relocation at Roche Diagnostic GmbH

Nov 2009 - Mar 2011

1 year 5 months

Manager Human Resources

Sappi Fine Paper Europe

Responsibility for HR and social affairs at the Alfeld plant with 930 employees
Implementing restructurings at the site
Personnel development and continuous process optimization

Oct 2000 - Oct 2009

9 years 1 month

Head of HR

H&D-Gruppe

Overall responsibility for HR and social affairs
Growing the company from 100 to 1200 employees and preparing for further expansion, including abroad
Designing structures and processes
Establishing personnel development
Shaping all company processes
Developing the employer brand
Building university marketing
Leadership development

Oct 1994 - Sep 2000

6 years

Head of HR

Deutsche R+S Gruppe

Overall responsibility for 3000 and temporarily up to 4000 employees
Drafting employment contracts and company agreements
Handling labor law cases and representing in labor courts
Negotiating with works councils and the central works council
Responsible for payroll design and remittance of taxes and social security contributions
Collaborating on the introduction of a new industry-specific payroll system

Aug 1991 - Sep 1994

3 years 2 months

HR Advisor

Matsushita Video Manufacturing GmbH (Panasonic)

Employee support and professional development
Setting wages (classification under metal industry pay scale)
Representing the company in labor law matters
Negotiating works agreements and participating in conciliation committees
Negotiating reconciliation of interests and social plan
Reducing the workforce from 350 to 150 employees
Preparing a merger with the sister company MB Video GmbH
Designing and rolling out CI training seminars for Panasonic in Germany

Jan 1991 - Jul 1991

7 months

Lecturer in business administration, law, and economics

Deutsche Angestellten Akademie

Teaching business administration, law, and economics
Teaching R&D courses in Saxony-Anhalt

Aug 1989 - Nov 1990

1 year 4 months

Civilian service in transport service for people with disabilities

Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Braunschweig

Skills

30 Years Of National And International Hr Experience As A Generalist
Experience In Organizational Changes (Expansion And Reduction)
Very Good, Proven Practical Labor Law Knowledge
Experience With Works Councils
Application Of Collective Agreements, Job Classifications, ...
Negotiating And Implementing Balance Of Interests And Social Plans
Participation In Conciliation Committees
Support During Insolvencies (Hr Side)
Business Transfers And Site Closures Including Handling
Very Good It Skills
User Knowledge Of Sap Hcm, Successfactors, Taleo, Atoss, Persis, Etc.
Good Knowledge In Natural Sciences, Engineering, And Electrical Engineering
Experience In A Production Environment

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1983 - May 1989

University of Hanover

Diploma in Economics, Labor Law, HR & Work, Marketing · Economics · Hanover, Germany · good

Certifications & licenses

Trainer Aptitude Examination

Personality Assessment Qualification with OPQ32

SHL

Potential Analysis Qualification with PEP

IMDE

Profile

Created

September 2025

Last Update

October 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Michael based?

Michael is based in Braunschweig, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Michael speak?

Michael speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Michael have?

Michael has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 6 months. Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Michael be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Michael would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of HR, HR Senior Consultant - Interim Manager and Project Manager, Manager Human Resources.

What is Michael's latest experience?

Michael's most recent position is Head of HR at METRIC mobility solutions AG.

Which industries is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Automotive. Michael also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Professional Services, and Education.

Which business areas is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Legal and Compliance, and Project Management. Michael also has some experience in Finance, Logistics, and Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Healthcare, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Legal and Compliance, and Project Management.

What is Michael's education?

Michael holds a Master in Economics from University of Hanover.

Does Michael have any certificates?

Michael has 3 certificates. These include: Trainer Aptitude Examination, Personality Assessment Qualification with OPQ32, and Potential Analysis Qualification with PEP.

What is the availability of Michael?

Michael is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Michael?

Michael's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.