Plant Human Resource Manager

Job Purpose:

To manage and support all plant-level human resource functions including recruitment, employee

engagement, generalist HR activities, administration, and statutory compliance, thereby ensuring

smooth and efficient plant operations.

Role & responsibilities

1. HR Generalist Activities

Maintain and manage employee life cycle processes onboarding to exit.

Manage time office functions including attendance, leave, and payroll coordination.

Ensure compliance with HR policies and implementation at plant level.

Grievance handling and basic employee counseling at the plant.

Maintain and update employee records in HRIS and physical files.

Coordinate performance management and appraisal processes.

2. Recruitment & Staffing

Collaborate with plant/function heads to understand manpower requirements.

Source and screen candidates for blue-collar and staff positions.

Conduct initial interviews and coordinate final rounds with relevant stakeholders.

Liaise with recruitment agencies and external vendors when needed.

Drive onboarding and induction of new hires at the plant.

3. Administration

Oversee day-to-day administration of the plant including housekeeping, security, and facility

management.

Coordinate with vendors for utilities, canteen, transportation, and other services.

Manage company-provided accommodation or travel arrangements for plant staff.

Monitor and control admin-related budgets and expenditures.

4. Statutory Compliance & IR Support

Ensure compliance with all statutory and labor law regulations (PF, ESIC, Factory Act, etc.).

Maintain statutory records, registers and liaise with government authorities.

Assist in union/worker communication and basic industrial relations activities, if applicable.

5. Employee Engagement & Welfare

Drive employee welfare and engagement programs at the plant.

Celebrate events and manage CSR activities locally.

Conduct HR awareness sessions (PoSH, code of conduct, safety, etc.).

Preferred candidate profile

MSW/PGDM in HR or equivalent.

5+ years of relevant experience in HR, preferably in a plant/manufacturing setup.

Strong understanding of HR processes, recruitment, and compliance.

Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Basic knowledge of labor laws and statutory requirements.

Proficient in MS Office and HRMS tools.