Human Resource Lead

1. Job Summary

Absolute Composites Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced and results-driven HR Head to lead and strengthen the Human Resources function across the organization.

The incumbent shall be responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of the Human Resources function, encompassing workforce planning, talent acquisition and retention, compensation and payroll administration, statutory and regulatory compliance, employee and industrial relations, performance management, learning and development, employee welfare, and overall HR governance and administration.

The position demands comprehensive knowledge of Indian labour and employment laws, manufacturing-sector HR practices, workforce planning, and industrial relations. The HR Head shall work closely with the Director and the senior management team to ensure full compliance with all applicable statutory requirements, strengthen organizational effectiveness, foster a positive employee relations environment, enhance workforce productivity, and support the achievement of the Company's long-term strategic objectives and sustainable growth initiatives.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Strategic HR Management

• Develop, implement, and periodically review HR policies, procedures, and systems aligned with business objectives.
• Advise management on workforce planning, organizational development, manpower optimization, and employee retention.
• Support business expansion through effective manpower planning and resource allocation.
• Prepare and monitor HR budgets, manpower costs, and other HR-related expenses.
• Drive HR initiatives that improve employee productivity, organizational effectiveness, and workplace culture.

B. Recruitment and Talent Acquisition

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for managerial, technical, supervisory, and non-managerial positions.
• Coordinate with department heads to assess manpower requirements and prepare recruitment plans.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies through job portals, recruitment consultants, employee referrals, and other channels.
• Ensure timely recruitment, onboarding, induction, and deployment of employees.
• Monitor recruitment costs, vacancy status, and time-to-hire metrics.

C. Payroll and Compensation Management

• Oversee monthly payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate salary disbursement.
• Ensure accuracy of attendance, leave, overtime, incentives, reimbursements, and statutory deductions.
• Coordinate with the Finance Department for payroll processing, salary reconciliation, and employee cost reporting.
• Manage annual increments, promotions, compensation reviews, and salary structures.
• Ensure the timely issuance of salary slips and maintenance of payroll records.

D. Statutory Compliance and Labour Laws

• Ensure applicable statutory compliance under relevant central and Karnataka labour laws, including:
• Factories Act and applicable factory regulations.
• Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act.
• Employees' State Insurance Act.
• Payment of Gratuity Act.
• Payment of Bonus Act.
• Minimum Wages and applicable wage legislation.
• Maternity Benefit Act.
• POSH Act.
• Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, wherever applicable.
• Other applicable employment, wage, social security, and industrial relations legislation.
• Maintain statutory registers, employee records, licences, returns, notices, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with labour authorities, EPFO, ESIC, and other government departments during inspections and audits.
• Monitor compliance calendars and ensure timely filing of returns, contributions, renewals, and other statutory requirements.
• Conduct periodic internal compliance reviews and implement corrective actions wherever required.

E. Employee Relations and Industrial Relations

• Manage employee grievances, disciplinary matters, absenteeism, and workplace conflicts.
• Maintain constructive employer-employee relationships across factory and office locations.
• Handle disciplinary proceedings and domestic enquiries in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Coordinate with labour officials, external consultants, and relevant agencies on industrial relations and compliance matters.
• Establish effective grievance redressal mechanisms and ensure timely resolution of employee concerns.

F. Performance Management

• Develop and implement performance appraisal and employee evaluation systems.
• Support department heads in defining key performance indicators (KPIs), performance expectations, and review mechanisms.
• Monitor employee productivity and identify areas for performance improvement.
• Facilitate annual performance reviews, promotions, career development, and succession planning.
• Recommend appropriate performance improvement initiatives.

G. Learning and Development

• Identify training needs across departments, factory operations, and management teams.
• Plan and coordinate technical, behavioural, managerial, safety, and statutory compliance training.
• Conduct employee induction and orientation programmes.
• Maintain training calendars, attendance records, and training effectiveness reports.
• Promote continuous learning, skill development, and employee capability building.

H. Employee Engagement and Welfare

• Develop and implement employee engagement, recognition, and welfare initiatives.
• Conduct employee feedback surveys and assess workplace satisfaction.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and employee-friendly workplace culture.
• Oversee employee welfare facilities, including canteen, transportation, and other applicable welfare amenities.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to address employee welfare and workplace concerns.

I. HR Administration and Documentation

• Maintain accurate employee files, HR records, databases, and HRIS information.
• Ensure timely issuance of appointment letters, confirmation letters, transfer letters, salary slips, experience certificates, and relieving letters.
• Monitor employee attendance, leave management, joining formalities, and exit processes.
• Manage contract labour documentation, vendor records, and related compliance requirements.
• Establish appropriate controls for employee documentation, data accuracy, and confidentiality.

J. Health, Safety, and POSH Compliance

• Coordinate with factory management and the EHS team to support workplace health, safety, and statutory compliance.
• Organize safety awareness programmes and support workplace safety audits.
• Oversee HR-related safety training and maintain relevant records.
• Coordinate POSH compliance, awareness programmes, and related documentation.
• Support the Internal Committee (IC), formerly commonly referred to as the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), in fulfilling its responsibilities under applicable law.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and harassment-free workplace.

3. Educational Qualifications

• MBA / MSW / PGDM in Human Resources or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Additional certifications in Labour Laws, Industrial Relations, Payroll, or HR Management will be an advantage.

4. Experience Required

• 5-10 years of overall HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role managing end-to-end HR operations.
• Demonstrated experience in statutory compliance, payroll, employee relations, recruitment, and workforce management.
• Experience handling factory employees, contract labour, and multi-department manpower requirements is preferred.

5. Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Expertise in manufacturing HR operations, payroll, attendance, and compensation management.
• Leadership, team management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong grievance handling, conflict resolution, and industrial relations capabilities.
• Knowledge of HR analytics, MIS reporting, and HRIS systems.
• Effective planning, decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High levels of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professional conduct.

6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The performance of the HR Head will be evaluated against the following measurable parameters:

1. Recruitment Efficiency: Timely closure of approved vacancies and reduction in time-to-hire.
2. Employee Retention: Improvement in employee retention and reduction in avoidable attrition.
3. Statutory Compliance: Timely completion of statutory filings, payments, renewals, and documentation.
4. Compliance Audits: Audit performance and timely closure of identified non-compliances.
5. Payroll Accuracy: Accurate and timely payroll processing and salary disbursement.
6. Employee Engagement: Improvement in employee satisfaction and engagement scores.
7. Training Effectiveness: Achievement of planned training coverage and completion targets.
8. Grievance Management: Timely resolution of employee grievances and disciplinary matters.
9. HR Cost Management: Effective monitoring of manpower costs and HR budgets.
10. HR Documentation: Accuracy, completeness, and timely maintenance of employee and statutory records.

7. Reporting and Working Relationships

The HR Head will report directly to the Director / Management and work closely with Production, Operations, Finance, Administration, EHS, and other departmental heads to ensure effective workforce management and smooth HR operations.

8. Role Objective

The HR Head will serve as the primary custodian of Human Resources, statutory compliance, employee relations, workforce management, and organizational development at Absolute Composites Pvt. Ltd.

The incumbent is expected to build a disciplined, productive, compliant, and employee-friendly workplace while supporting the company's operational priorities and long-term business growth.

Interested candidates with strong manufacturing HR experience, sound labour law knowledge, and proven leadership capabilities are given preference.