Role Title: Plant HR / HR Business Partner – Manufacturing
Location: Maraimalai Nagar (Chengalpattu)
Experience: 8–15 years (preferred in manufacturing/plant setup)
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Plant HR professional to manage end-to-end HR operations at the manufacturing unit. The role involves handling employee relations, statutory compliance, workforce planning, and Industrial Relations, Union & Legal, ensuring smooth plant operations while aligning with business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Employee Relations & IR (Industrial Relations)
- Manage shopfloor employee relations and maintain a positive work environment
- Handle grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution
- Coordinate with unions (if applicable) and support negotiations
- Drive engagement initiatives for blue-collar workforce
2. Statutory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with labor laws such as:
- Factories Act
- PF, ESI, Bonus, Gratuity
- Shops & Establishment (if applicable)
- Coordinate audits and maintain statutory records
- Liaise with government authorities
3. Recruitment & Workforce Planning
- Manage hiring for blue-collar and staff roles
- Coordinate with contractors/vendors for manpower supply
- Plan workforce based on production requirements
4. Payroll & Attendance Management
- Oversee attendance, shift schedules, and leave records
- Support payroll inputs (overtime, incentives, etc.)
- Ensure accuracy in wage processing
5. Performance & Training
- Drive performance management process for plant employees
- Identify training needs and coordinate L&D programs
- Conduct induction and onboarding for new hires
6. HR Operations
- Maintain employee records and HRMIS systems
- Implement HR policies and processes
- Support audits, reporting, and documentation
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of labor laws & statutory compliance.
- Experience in industrial relations (IR) and union handling
- Exposure to manufacturing/plant HR operations
- Good stakeholder management skills
- Ability to handle blue-collar workforce
- Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA/MSW in HR or equivalent.
Experience in Manufacturing, heavy engineering, FMCG, or similar industries
