It starts with opportunity.
PEOPLE & CULTURE
We want to see happy employees in a healthy working environment and that means running our business in a way that’s underpinned by decency, humanity and respect.
A friendly, supportive place to work.
We are a people-focused company that prioritises teamwork, trust and support amongst our people. We understand the value of rewarding and investing in our people to create a safe and friendly atmosphere and that is why all of our businesses offer a variety of lifestyle rewards that benefit our people in their everyday life.
OUR VALUES
How important is the culture of a business to you? For us, the way we behave and the principles by which we operate are a core foundation to the company. Our 4 Values are like a thread that links all colleagues around the globe. We think of them a little like a magic formula which helps us all bring our best to the table so that we can enjoy success together. If they resonate with you too, we’d love to speak to you.
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Menschlichkeit
Menschlichkeit is accepting that differences do make the difference and we all have a responsibility to those around us.
• Act with social responsibility
• Play an active role in Knauf
• Build an inclusive Knauf community
• Treat each other with fairness and respect
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Entrepreneurship
An entrepreneur knows there are worse things than failure, like not even trying. We create a safe, curious environment to let you explore the possibilities.
• Think and act “outside the box”
• Drive change and innovation
• Be pragmatic and take calculated risks
• Take initiatives and be results-oriented
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Partnership
Real partnership doesn’t know the difference between ‘our way’ and ‘my way’. We achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment and we want everyone to be valued for their own unique contribution.
• Take on individual responsibilities and make decisions
• Encourage new ideas
• Establish and retain mutual trust and inclusivity
• Act as one team
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Commitment
When the world says “Give up”, commitment says “Try one more time”. We mean commitment in the broadest sense, not only to your own career and the company, but also taking that sense of responsibility and respect to your team and everyone who you interact with.
• Enjoy striving to be the best
• Grow and develop our people
• Go the “extra mile”
• Encourage people to take ownership and responsibility
PEOPLE STORIES
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It's the opportunity to progress and the global scale of the business which really excites me about Knauf. I hope one day to work with the business in another country. I also value the support and every team that I have worked in has been fully supportive and encouraging. I have had the pleasure of working with some fantastic colleagues both past and present and I look forward to an equally enjoyable future at Knauf.
Neel Brown
UK Special Products Business Development
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Our company has a 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, Korea
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As Procurement Manager for the UK gypsum team, my favourite thing about this role is its big-picture perspective. I am able to make an impact on the whole business and influence decisions, to get the best result for Knauf. The special part about working for Knauf is definitely how the culture and values shine through each and every employee. It creates a real family feel. I also love that no day is ever the same!
Hannah Wrigley-Stevens
Procurement Manager, UK
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I love the variety of my job, no two days are the same. USG has a strong culture of building relationships and I embraced that approach of always treating people with dignity and respect. We truly want people at all levels to reach their maximum potential. If an individual employee embraces that, they can have a fulfilling and rewarding experience
Jason Strauss
D,E & I
Working with us is an opportunity to be respected, included and valued for your unique contribution. You help to enrich the business by bringing your whole self to work, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are acknowledged by our company as crucial aspects in facing the current global issues of climate change, resource scarcity, and population change. Our approach to these topics is tailored to meet the specific needs of different regions and business units, acknowledging that this is a long and ongoing journey toward a truly inclusive workplace.
A diverse, equitable and inclusive network of suppliers, customers and employees enables the creation of a more resilient and adaptive business. To attain this goal, we strive to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel valued, respected and engaged. An emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion is key in developing trust, increasing efficiency, and creating new opportunities for the business as a whole.
Being a decentralised company, the D,E & I efforts may vary between businesses and regions.
