Role Purpose
To manage and execute end-to-end HR operations at the manufacturing plant, ensuring efficient employee lifecycle management, statutory compliance, employee engagement, workforce coordination, and effective implementation of HR policies and processes.
The role will support business objectives by strengthening HR service delivery, maintaining accurate employee records, resolving employee concerns, and promoting a productive, compliant, and employee-focused work environment.
Key Responsibilities
A. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management
Manage employee onboarding, induction, documentation, confirmation, transfers, and exit formalities.
Maintain accurate employee records, HRMIS data, personnel files, and employee databases.
Ensure timely implementation of HR policies, procedures, and standard operating processes.
Coordinate employee attendance, leave management, shift records, and payroll inputs.
Prepare monthly HR reports, employee dashboards, and workforce-related MIS.
Ensure timely closure of employee documentation and HR service requests.
B. Payroll Coordination & Statutory Compliance
Coordinate monthly payroll inputs, including attendance, overtime, leave, incentives, and deductions.
Support compliance with applicable labour laws, statutory requirements, and establishment-specific regulations.
Coordinate PF, ESIC, gratuity, bonus, and other statutory benefits, as applicable.
Maintain statutory registers, employee documentation, and compliance records.
Support internal and external HR audits and ensure timely closure of identified gaps.
Coordinate with payroll, finance, and compliance teams to ensure accurate and timely processing.
C. Employee Relations & Engagement
Address employee grievances and workplace concerns professionally and within defined timelines.
Support employee engagement, communication, recognition, and welfare initiatives.
Coordinate employee feedback mechanisms and workplace improvement activities.
Support disciplinary procedures and grievance resolution in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
Promote positive employee relations and a respectful, inclusive workplace culture.
D. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
Coordinate manpower requirements with departmental heads and support recruitment activities.
Manage interview scheduling, candidate documentation, offer coordination, and joining formalities.
Maintain recruitment trackers and monitor hiring progress against approved manpower plans.
Coordinate with recruitment teams to ensure timely closure of vacancies.
Support workforce planning, replacement hiring, and employee retention initiatives.
E. Contract Labour & Plant HR Administration
Coordinate contractor manpower attendance, deployment records, and documentation.
Monitor contractor compliance documentation in coordination with the responsible compliance team.
Support verification of contract labour records, wage documentation, and applicable statutory requirements.
Coordinate with plant administration and departmental heads on workforce-related operational matters.
Support employee welfare facilities and plant-level HR initiatives.
F. Performance Management & Learning Coordination
Coordinate performance appraisal activities, employee confirmations, and review documentation.
Support identification of employee training requirements in coordination with departmental heads.
Maintain training records, attendance, and completion reports.
Assist with employee development and performance improvement initiatives.
G. HR Analytics & Process Improvement
Prepare and analyze HR MIS covering headcount, attrition, absenteeism, overtime, recruitment, and employee engagement.
Identify recurring HR operational issues and recommend corrective actions.
Support HR process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement.
Ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and appropriate access controls for employee information.
4. Role Specifications
Educational Qualification
MBA / PGDM in Human Resources, Personnel Management, or Industrial Relations.
MSW (HR) or equivalent relevant postgraduate qualification may also be considered.
Desired Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience managing HR operations within a manufacturing plant and demonstrate strong knowledge of employee lifecycle processes, statutory compliance, payroll coordination, and employee relations.
Preferred Candidate Attributes
Practical exposure to plant HR operations and shop-floor workforce management.
Working knowledge of labour compliance and statutory documentation.
Experience coordinating with production teams, contractors, and functional department heads.
Ability to handle employee concerns with confidentiality and professionalism.
Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple HR activities within defined timelines.
Effective communication skills in Hindi and English.
Comfortable working in a plant-based operational environment