# 50 leading Manufacturing companies in Germany

Tamtam tracks 133 Manufacturing companies headquartered in Germany. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Schaeffler, Henkel and BSH Home Appliances Group. Their median headcount is 748. Half of them were founded in 1936 or later. The most common headquarters are Hamburg (2), Munich (2) and Wuppertal (2).

These German manufacturing companies represent a mix of established industrial giants and specialized firms. Many operate globally, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability in their respective fields. Companies like Schaeffler are leaders in motion technology, while Henkel excels in adhesive technologies and consumer brands. BSH Home Appliances Group manufactures global appliance brands such as Bosch and Siemens, and Dräger produces medical devices and safety equipment.

Several companies on this list, including Vorwerk Group and Miele, are known for high-quality household devices. Others, like Freudenberg Sealing Technologies and Gühring KG, specialize in industrial components and precision tools. A notable pattern is the geographic distribution, with headquarters spread across Germany, including cities like Herzogenaurach, Düsseldorf, Munich, and Lübeck, indicating a decentralized industrial landscape.

🇩🇪 Germany · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Schaeffler](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/schaeffler) (schaeffler.com)<br>A global leader in motion technology, the company provides innovative solutions for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, Industry 40, and renewable energies | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Herzogenaurach | 45,108 | 1946 |
| 2 | [Henkel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/henkel) (henkel.com)<br>A global company with over 145 years of success in Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands, focused on innovation, responsibility, and sustainability | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Düsseldorf | 42,329 |  |
| 3 | [BSH Home Appliances Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bsh-home-appliances-group) (bsh-group.com)<br>Manufacturing and marketing global and regional home appliance brands including Bosch, Siemens, Gaggenau, Neff, and Thermador for diverse consumer needs. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Munich | 21,531 |  |
| 4 | [Dräger](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/drager) (draeger.com)<br>Designs and manufactures medical devices and safety equipment including anesthesia workstations, patient monitoring, respiratory protection, and gas detection systems worldwide. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Lübeck | 11,209 | 1889 |
| 5 | [Vorwerk Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vorwerk-group) (vorwerk-group.com)<br>Development, manufacturing, and direct sales of high-quality household devices including Thermomix and Kobold vacuum cleaners worldwide. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Wuppertal | 7,700 | 1883 |
| 6 | [Leadec](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/leadec) (leadec-services.com)<br>Global service specialist for factories, providing engineering, installation, maintenance, support, and digital solutions with over 60 years of experience worldwide | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Stuttgart | 7,454 | 1962 |
| 7 | [Miele](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/miele) (miele.com)<br>A leading manufacturer of premium domestic appliances, offering quality, performance, convenience, design, and sustainability in a wide range of products worldwide | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Gütersloh | 6,888 | 1899 |
| 8 | [Orise](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orise) (orise.com)<br>Industrial process automation specialists focusing on data integration and contextualization to improve productivity, quality, and safety across manufacturing lifecycles for global industries. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Ludwigshafen | 5,523 | 1986 |
| 9 | [Freudenberg Sealing Technologies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/freudenberg-sealing-technologies) (fst.com)<br>A global leader in sealing technology, providing essential seals for various end products worldwide to improve everyday life | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Weinheim | 5,203 |  |
| 10 | [LR Health & Beauty Systems](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lr-health-and-beauty-systems) (jobs.lrworld.com)<br>produces and distributes high-quality nutritional supplements and cosmetic products, focusing on social commerce and direct sales with Aloe Vera as a core competency. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Ahlen | 4,515 | 1985 |
| 11 | [Hansgrohe Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hansgrohe-group) (hansgrohe-group.com)<br>A global leader in the bath and kitchen industry, known for innovative and high-quality faucets, showerheads, and bathroom products with a focus on sustainability and design excellence | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Schiltach | 2,275 | 1901 |
| 12 | [Gühring KG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/guhring-kg) (guehring.com)<br>A leading manufacturer of precision cutting tools for metal machining, with a global presence and focus on innovation and quality standards Join our team for success! | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Albstadt | 1,975 |  |
| 13 | [PAS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pas-neuruppin) (pas-net.com)<br>Global company specializing in human machine interfaces, wire harnesses, lighting solutions, and mechatronics for various industries Committed to sustainability and innovation | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Neuruppin | 1,938 | 1992 |
| 14 | [Storck](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/storck) (storck.com)<br>A global chocolate and confectionery company with a long history, focusing on creating joy through their popular brands and values | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Berlin | 1,935 | 1903 |
| 15 | [BRITA Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brita-group) (brita.nl)<br>Develops, produces, distributes innovative water filtration products for private and commercial use, including jugs, systems, dispensers, and sparkling water makers. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Taunusstein | 1,654 | 1966 |
| 16 | [BSN medical](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bsn-medical) (essity.com)<br>Global provider of wound care, vascular disease, lymphology, and non-invasive orthopaedic products with trusted healthcare brands and integrated therapy approach. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Hamburg | 1,454 | 2001 |
| 17 | [OHNE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ohne-hamburg) (ohne.coffee)<br>This company offers decaffeinated coffee with 100% flavor, using top-quality ingredients, natural processing, sustainable packaging, and an emotional brand | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Hamburg | 1,192 | 2020 |
| 18 | [CYBEX](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cybex) (cybex-online.com)<br>An innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents, offering car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture, and strollers for stylish safety | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Bayreuth | 1,141 | 2005 |
| 19 | [Duravit AG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/duravit-ag) (duravit.com)<br>Premium designer bathroom products including ceramics, furniture, showers, wellness systems, and accessories focused on quality, design, and sustainability. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Hornberg | 1,095 | 1817 |
| 20 | [WMF](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wmf) (aboutwmf.com)<br>Leading premium household products, professional coffee machines, and hotel equipment brand. Products for preparing, cooking, eating, drinking, baking at home, restaurant, and hotel industries. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Geislingen | 969 | 1853 |
| 21 | [Amway ESAN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amway-esan) (amwayglobal.com)<br>A leading family-owned consumer goods company selling 400+ high-quality products through independent distributors in 100+ countries, focused on improving lives and creating value | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Puchheim | 960 | 1973 |
| 22 | [PI (Physik Instrumente) Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pi-physik-instrumente-group) (physikinstrumente.com)<br>A global leader in precision positioning technology, developing high-quality products with piezo or motor drives, backed by over 40 years of experience and 200 technology patents | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Karlsruhe | 928 | 1970 |
| 23 | [RITTAL GMBH & CO. KG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rittal-gmbh-and-co-kg) (rittal.com)<br>Leading global supplier of enclosure systems, automation, and infrastructure. Optimizes and digitizes processes along customer value chain, including IT infrastructure. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Herborn | 857 | 1961 |
| 24 | [Melitta Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/melitta-group) (melitta-group.com)<br>The company invents products like coffee filters, ground coffee, filter coffee machines, sandwich paper, and aluminum foil for household use, aiming to make daily life more enjoyable. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Minden | 754 | 1908 |
| 25 | [HARIBO Germany](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/haribo-germany) (haribo.com)<br>A leading sweets manufacturer offering job offers, news, and behind the scenes views to make people more familiar with their brand | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Grafschaft | 748 | 1920 |
| 26 | [BLANCO Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/blanco-group) (us.blanco.com)<br>Designing and manufacturing meticulously detailed kitchen water place systems for private homes globally, known for modern design, ergonomic handling, and reliable quality. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Oberderdingen | 741 | 1925 |
| 27 | [ABUS Security Tech Germany](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/abus-security-tech-germany) (abus.com)<br>German manufacturer offering innovative, reliable security solutions for home, mobile, and commercial use with long-lasting, easy-to-use products. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Wetter (Ruhr) | 734 | 1924 |
| 28 | [STAUFF](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stauff) (stauff.com)<br>Manufacturer and distributor of pipework equipment, hydraulic components and systems for various industries with a global presence and high quality standards | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Werdohl | 666 | 1964 |
| 29 | [Manz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/manz) (manz.com.tw)<br>Develops, builds innovative, efficient production solutions for automotive, electromobility, battery, electronics, energy, medical technology. Offer customized machines to turnkey lines. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Taoyuan | 660 | 1987 |
| 30 | [dalli-group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dalli-group) (dalli-group.com)<br>A sixth-generation family-owned company with over 175 years of history, specializing in high-quality and sustainable FMCG products in Personal Care and Home Care markets | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Stolberg | 576 | 1845 |
| 31 | [STAEDTLER](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/staedtler) (staedtler.com)<br>A leading manufacturer of writing, coloring, drawing, and modeling products, inspiring creativity from childhood to adulthood with a focus on quality and innovation | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Nuremberg | 568 |  |
| 32 | [GEDORE Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gedore-group) (gedore.com)<br>Manufacturer of premium tools, special tools, and tailor-made solutions for industry and trade, known for quality, innovation, performance, reliability, and excellent service | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Remscheid | 563 | 1919 |
| 33 | [edding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/edding) (edding.com)<br>Design, manufacture, and distribute high-quality branded markers and writing instruments with a focus on sustainability and social responsibility. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Ahrensburg | 546 | 1960 |
| 34 | [EEW Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eew-group) (eew-group.com)<br>Specializing in LSAW steel pipes and pre-fabricated pipe components, the company offers a unique product portfolio for process, pipeline, and offshore construction | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Erndtebrück | 517 | 1936 |
| 35 | [Werner & Mertz GmbH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/werner-and-mertz-gmbh) (werner-mertz.de)<br>Production and marketing of ecologically responsible detergents and cleaning products, emphasizing sustainability, innovation, and employee commitment in Europe. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Mainz | 506 | 1867 |
| 36 | [BMK Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bmk-group) (bmk-group.de)<br>Offers comprehensive electronic engineering and manufacturing services, covering development, production, and end-of-life management for electronic assemblies and complete devices, including logistics and supply chain. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Augsburg | 501 | 1994 |
| 37 | [EUCHNER](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/euchner-gmbh-co-kg) (euchner.com)<br>Family business specializing in industrial safety engineering, offering safety switches and systems to monitor machinery doors, minimize dangers, and protect people and processes. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Leinfelden-Echterdingen | 501 | 1953 |
| 38 | [UX Gruppe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ux-gruppe) (ux-gruppe.de)<br>High-tech service provider creating products with positive impact, leveraging broad expertise and technologies for smart product development, production, and operation. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Gilching | 500 | 1975 |
| 39 | [KNIPEX](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/knipex) (knipex.de)<br>A fourth-generation manufacturer of high-quality pliers, continually improving designs for better usability, reliability, and customer satisfaction globally | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Wuppertal | 488 | 1882 |
| 40 | [KREMPEL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/krempel) (krempel.com)<br>The company is a global supplier of high-quality electrical insulation materials, composites, and components for various industries, with an international presence | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Vaihingen/Enz | 473 | 1871 |
| 41 | [Dornbracht](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dornbracht) (dornbracht.com)<br>A leading specialist in designer fittings and accessories for bathrooms, spas, and kitchens, known for innovative technology and timeless design principles | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Iserlohn | 429 | 1950 |
| 42 | [STABILO International GmbH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stabilo-international-gmbh) (stabilo.com)<br>Manufacturing and distributing writing, painting, drawing, and highlighting instruments globally with production facilities in Germany, Czech Republic, and Malaysia. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Heroldsberg | 422 | 1855 |
| 43 | [LAUFEN Bathrooms](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/laufen-bathrooms) (laufen.com)<br>A leading global provider of integrated bathroom concepts, offering high-quality sanitary ceramics, bathtubs, furniture, faucets, and accessories for projects worldwide | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Laufen | 414 | 1892 |
| 44 | [KLUDI](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kludi) (kludi.com)<br>A sophisticated brand specializing in high-end bathroom and kitchen fittings, known for German engineering, innovative design, and enhancing water experience | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Menden (Sauerland) | 387 | 1926 |
| 45 | [ELCO Heating Solutions](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/elco-heating-solutions) (elco.net)<br>Provides energy efficient heating systems, consulting, and 24/7 technical support for installers, planners, and commercial or domestic users. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Hechingen | 386 |  |
| 46 | [schleich®](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/schleich) (ca.schleich-s.com)<br>Design and produce high-quality, imaginative toys that inspire children's creativity and joy, building a globally loved brand. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Munich | 378 | 1935 |
| 47 | [ZWILLING Gruppe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zwilling-gruppe) (zwilling.com)<br>A leading provider of high-quality kitchen products with a rich history, global presence, and a strong focus on innovation, employee development, and social responsibility | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Solingen | 358 | 1731 |
| 48 | [COMPO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/compo) (compo.de)<br>European leader in providing branded plant products for home and garden care Offers a wide range of products for hobby gardeners, emphasizing on biological solutions | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Münster | 342 | 1956 |
| 49 | [celebrate company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/celebrate-company) (celebrate.company)<br>The company specializes in creating and producing digital services and stationery products, helping people capture and cherish meaningful moments in life | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Gilching | 331 | 2021 |
| 50 | [JUNG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jung) (jung.de)<br>Supplier of switches, sockets, dimmers, and control systems for private and commercial buildings, focusing on quality and sustainability. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Schalksmühle | 330 | 1912 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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