General Manager – Human Resources (Manufacturing)

Role Overview

Location : Gummidipoondi

Industry : Plastic Recycling Industry

We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic General Manager – HR to head the Human Resources function of our manufacturing organization. The role involves building a high-performance culture, ensuring statutory compliance, developing people-centric policies, and strengthening workforce engagement.

The GM – HR will play a strategic role in legal compliance, manpower planning, labour contractor management, performance systems, employee training, and HR process automation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR & Leadership

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business growth and manufacturing operations.
• Drive cultural transformation, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Partner with senior management to align HR practices with long-term organizational goals.

Compliance & Legal Management

• Ensure 100% compliance with all labour laws, including Factories Act, ESI, PF, Bonus, Gratuity, and other statutory obligations.
• Liaise with labour authorities, statutory auditors, and Pollution Control Board for inspections, licensing, and approvals.
• Handle labour disputes, grievances, and conflict resolution effectively.

Workforce & Labour Relations

• Manage labour contractors with strict adherence to legal requirements.
• Optimize manpower deployment and cost management.
• Ensure cordial industrial relations and a disciplined workplace environment.

Performance & Productivity Management

• Establish and monitor KPI/KRA frameworks across all functions.
• Conduct regular KPI/KRA reviews to measure performance and drive accountability.
• Introduce and implement new systems/processes for productivity improvement.
• Support automation and digitization of HR processes to enhance efficiency.

Employee Training & Development

• Design and roll out training programs for all levels of employees:
• Technical skills training for shop-floor workers.
• Leadership & behavioral training for managers.
• Compliance and safety training as per statutory norms.
• Implement continuous learning and upskilling programs to build internal talent pipelines.

Employee Engagement & Team Building

• Organize team bonding initiatives, employee welfare programs, and recognition platforms.
• Foster a collaborative work environment with open communication channels.
• Drive initiatives to improve employee morale, reduce attrition, and enhance job satisfaction.

Shift & Discipline Management

• Ensure effective work-shift time management and attendance tracking.
• Monitor workplace discipline, punctuality, and adherence to organizational policies.
• Strengthen time-office systems with clear SOPs and compliance.

HR Operations & HRMS Implementation

• Oversee payroll, attendance, and leave management through HRMS.
• Ensure 100% HRMS compliance with accurate data reporting and record-keeping.
• Regularly audit HRMS entries for payroll accuracy, statutory deductions, and workforce analytics.

Qualifications & Experience

• MBA/MSW in HR or related field.
• 15–20 years of HR experience, with at least 8–10 years in a senior role within the manufacturing sector.
• Expertise in labour law compliance, statutory audits, industrial relations, and manpower planning.
• Proven record of KPI/KRA system implementation and monitoring.
• Hands-on experience in HRMS, payroll, and digital HR systems.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and people management skills.

Key Competencies

• Strong business partnering and strategic outlook.
• High integrity with an ethical and transparent approach.
• Proactive in productivity and process improvement.
• Excellent conflict management and team leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multi-shift, large workforce operations.

Candidate having above experience should only apply

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Application Question(s):

• AGM / GM cadre experience minimum 10 years

Experience:

• Leadership: 10 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Gummidipundi, Tamil Nadu (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person