Manager - Plant HR

Position Title: Manager Plant HR

Position Overview: The position is responsible for leading and managing all HR and Industrial Relations activities at the Ahmedabad plant. This role requires a strategic HR leader who can effectively balance HR functions, including employee relations and talent management, with Industrial Relations responsibilities. This position will work closely with Director plant, plant leadership and HR Director to drive HR initiatives, Talent Development, People Development, Succession Readiness, foster a positive work environment, and ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Management:

• Develop and execute HR strategies that support the plants operational goals and business objectives
• Partner with Director Plant, plant leadership and Director HR to drive organizational change, manage HR projects, and support strategic initiatives

• Ensure Recruitment processes to attract and retain top talent
• Implement employee development programs and succession planning
• Manage performance appraisal processes and provide support for performance improvement.

• Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary actions
• Promote a positive work environment and enhance employee engagement and retention.

• Ensure adherence to labor laws, Plants HR Audits and company policies
• Manage health and safety programs
• Oversee contract HR administration including contractual, temporary manpower services and functions including payroll, benefits administration, and employee record management
• Monitoring the overall functioning of the Canteen Services, Security and other Welfare facilities provided to the employees.
• Industrial Relations Management:
• Develop and implement industrial relations strategies that align with the plants objectives
• Address and resolve industrial disputes and other labor-related issues
• Ensure compliance with local state labor laws and regulations
• Monitor changes in labor legislation and industry practices to ensure the plant remains compliant.

• Lead and support change management initiatives related to organizational restructuring, process improvements, and other strategic changes impacting labor relations.

• Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide others
• Strategic Thinking and Execution: Ability to develop and execute strategies that align with business objectives
• Adaptability: Flexible and able to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
• Integrity: High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality
• Strong Statutory Compliance knowledge
• Strong in IR handling
• Good in communication skills including local language Hindi and Gujrati
• Ability to resolve employee issues
• Good in MS office.

• Post Graduate degree in Human Resources or Labour Law
• 8 to 12 yrs. of experience in handling Plant HR responsibilities
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and industrial relations
• Proven experience in handling complex HR and IR issues
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and develop teams, manage conflicts, and drive changes.