Manager / Sr. Manager HR and Administration

Manager / Sr. Manager HR & Administration

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Location: Chennai – Manufacturing Plant
Work Mode: Work from Office – Plant HR
Experience: 15–20 Years

Key Responsibilities

• Plant HR & Employee Relations: Lead end-to-end HR operations, employee relations, grievance handling, employee engagement and welfare activities.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with applicable labour laws, factory laws and statutory requirements. Maintain audit-ready records and coordinate with government authorities.
• Manpower & Recruitment: Manage manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding and workforce deployment for permanent and contract employees.
• Performance & Training: Drive performance management, training, development and employee capability-building initiatives.
• Industrial Relations: Manage employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievance resolution and industrial relations in a manufacturing environment.
• Compensation & Payroll: Oversee compensation, benefits, annual increments, promotions and payroll activities.
• HR Policies & Administration: Implement HR policies and procedures aligned with business requirements and ensure effective communication across all levels.
• Management Systems: Coordinate HR requirements related to QMS, EMS, OHS and other applicable management systems.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Master’s Degree in HR / Personnel Management / MSW / MBA-HR or equivalent.
• Experience: 15–20 years of relevant experience, preferably in the Pharmaceutical / Manufacturing industry.
• Strong expertise in Plant HR, HR Operations, Statutory Compliance and Industrial Relations.
• Excellent knowledge of applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Strong employee-handling, conflict-resolution and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing plant environment and handle high-pressure situations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Languages: Excellent English communication and good command of Tamil is essential. Hindi-speaking ability will be an added advantage.

Role Details

Role: HR Head – Manager / Sr. Manager
Industry Type: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Department: Human Resources
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Role Category: HR Operations / Plant HR

Education:
UG: Any Graduate
PG: MBA/PGDM in HR / MSW / Personnel Management / Industrial Relations or equivalent

How to Apply

Candidates with 15–20 years of relevant experience in Plant HR, HR Operations, Statutory Compliance and Industrial Relations, preferably from the Pharmaceutical / Manufacturing industry, may send their updated CV to:

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Please mention “Manager / Sr. Manager – HR & Administration” in the subject line.

Only candidates meeting the relevant experience and qualification criteria are encouraged to apply.