BORBET Career: Shaping the mobility of the future

WE ARE BORBET

Light alloy wheels are not just our business, they are our passion. The love of light alloy wheels unites us - the approximately 4,000 employees worldwide at our eight locations in Germany, Austria and South Africa.

BORBET's success is rooted in a spiritual attitude - in values that have accompanied the family business since its foundation: Quality, innovation and flexibility in the matter. Modesty, reliability and fairness in our dealings.

Family business and international automotive player - we are both and we live both.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT AT BORBET?

BORBET AS EMPLOYER

Discover what is possible at BORBET and in which areas we offer jobs with real future prospects.

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BORBET WORLDWIDE

Eight locations, one team. Our team is spread across two continents, but we are united by our passion for light alloy wheels.
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BORBET NEWS

Discover all the latest developments and inspiring stories about careers at BORBET.

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BORBET takes first place in the 2026 Top Recruiting Ranking

Prompt feedback, clear procedures and discussions on equal terms – that’s exactly what applicants value. Find out here what lies behind this and how the application process works in practice.

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2026 BORBET Girls Day Berufsfelderkundungstage

BERUFSWELT ENTDECKEN. ZUKUNFT GESTALTEN.

Wie sieht der Arbeitsalltag bei BORBET wirklich aus? Im Rahmen des Girls’Day öffnen wir im HSK unsere Türen für Schüler. Ob Elektro, Handwerk, IT oder in der Konstruktion/Design – bei uns gibt es vielfältige und echte Einblicke hinter die Kulissen.

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ORIENTIERBAR x BORBET: INSIGHTS INTO THE LIFE OF AN APPRENTICE

What is everyday life like for an apprentice at BORBET? What can young talents expect in the various apprenticeship professions, and why did Lea and Al Sudais decide to pursue a career with us? The two BORBET trainees answer these and many other questions in the new episode of the podcast series ‘Orientierbar – Azubi-besucht’.

Only available in German.

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BORBET SUCCESS STORIES

At BORBET, there are various career opportunities after the training thanks to numerous specialisation and further training possibilities. Seven of our colleagues (m/f/d) talk about their individual career paths at BORBET.

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FROM APPRENTICE TO PRODUCTION MANAGER

In 2004, Marco began his apprenticeship as a tool mechanic at BORBET in Hesborn. Today, he is the production manager at the Medebach site and ensures that processes run efficiently and are continuously improved.

At BORBET, he particularly appreciates the working atmosphere and the cooperation with colleagues who have accompanied him on his journey from the very beginning.

Marco Temme, production manager, BORBET GmbH in Medebach

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FROM TRAINEE TO SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER

During her semester abroad in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, in 2015, Nicole became interested in BORBET, so after completing her master's degree in 2020, she started as a trainee in the sustainability department. Today, she works as a sustainability manager and human rights officer for all BORBET locations.

At BORBET, Nicole particularly appreciates the opportunity to develop personally and professionally, as employees are supported individually.

Nicole Prestele, sustainability manager, BORBET GmbH in Medebach

FROM INTERNSHIP TO TRAINER

In 2011, Sarah started a one-year internship in the electrical engineering department at the Medebach site, then completed her training as an electronics technician and successfully completed her master craftsman's course in electrical engineering in 2022.

Today, she works as a training manager at the BORBET training workshop in Hesborn and supports young skilled workers (m/f/d) in their daily development.

Sarah Grundmann, training management training workshop at BORBET GmbH in Hesborn

FROM TRAINEE TO TEAM LEADER

In 2009, Benjamin began his training as an industrial mechanic at the Bad Langensalza site. After various professional positions and a brief stint outside the BORBET world, he is now the maintenance team leader.

What he particularly appreciates about his current job is the collegial teamwork and the responsibility he has for conversions and special repairs.

Benjamin Heinemann, maintenance team leader at BORBET Thüringen GmbH in Bad Langensalza

FROM APPRENTICE TO HEAD OF TEST FIELD

In just nine years, Simon Furtner rose from process technology apprentice to a management position at BORBET Austria. Numerous training opportunities and a dual apprenticeship as a surface technician paved the way. It all began with taster days in Year 9.

As test field manager, Simon Furtner is now jointly responsible for the strength tests on newly developed light alloy wheels.

Simon Furtner, test field manager at BORBET Austria GmbH in Ranshofen

FROM APPRENTICE TO PAINT SHOP MANAGER

His success story began in 1987 with an apprenticeship as an industrial electrician and electromechanic.

His further career has been characterised by continuous further training: after his apprenticeship, he completed his master craftsman's certificate and in 2016 he completed his management training as a GEMBA academic.

Since 2012, he has been head of the paint shop and responsible for 240 employees (m/f/d).

Christian Dax, paint shop manager, BORBET Austria GmbH in Ranshofen.