Plant Human Resource Manager

Position: Manage HR - Plant
Location- #Rajkot
Experience- 8-12 yrs
Education- PG/MBA/ MSW in HR

Role & responsibilities

1. HR Operations & Strategy
*Lead end-to-end HR activities at the plant, including manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and complete employee life cycle management.
*Collaborate closely with plant leadership to implement HR strategies supporting production, quality, safety, and cost-optimization goals.
*Ensure effective coordination with Corporate HR for seamless policy implementation and standardization of HR processes.

2. Industrial Relations & Statutory Compliance
*Maintain harmonious industrial relations through proactive communication and timely grievance handling.
*Liaise with labor unions and government authorities; participate in collective bargaining as required.
*Ensure 100% compliance with all statutory requirements including Factories Act, PF, ESI, Gratuity, CLRA, and other labor legislations.

3. Talent Acquisition & Development
*Lead recruitment and selection for all plant-level positions, ensuring timely hiring aligned with business needs.
*Identify skill gaps and implement training and development programs for staff and workmen.
*Support capability-building initiatives and succession planning for critical roles.

4. Employee Engagement & Communication
*Design and drive employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, productivity, and retention.
*Conduct employee connect sessions, grievance forums, open-house meetings, and skip-level interactions.
*Promote a positive and inclusive work culture aligned with organizational values.

5. Performance Management & Compensation
*Drive the performance appraisal process for all plant employees.
*Facilitate goal setting, mid-year, and annual reviews in line with corporate guidelines.
*Oversee payroll inputs, incentive administration, and benefits at the plant.

6. Administration & General Management
*Oversee plant-level administration including transport, canteen, security, housekeeping, and employee welfare facilities.
*Ensure strong implementation of health, safety, and welfare measures for employees and contract workmen.

7. Contract Labour Management & Vendor Development
*Manage complete contract labour operations in compliance with the Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act and other statutory requirements.
*Ensure contractor compliance related to wages, attendance, statutory payments (PF, ESI), safety standards, and welfare norms.
*Evaluate, onboard, and develop manpower contractors and service vendors to ensure reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
*Conduct periodic contractor audits, verify statutory documents, and ensure timely renewal of licenses and agreements.