Human Resources Generalist

Company Description

Zed Rebars is a leading Rebar Estimation and Detailing company headquartered in Salem, Tamil Nadu, delivering high-quality engineering support services to clients across the United States and Canada. With over a decade of industry experience, we specialize in Rebar Estimation, Rebar Detailing, PT Cable Detailing, Stud Rail Detailing, and Concrete Estimation.

Our commitment to quality, accuracy, and timely project delivery has helped us build long-term relationships with fabricators, contractors, and engineering firms. At Zed Rebars, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative work environment that encourages continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth.

Role Description

We are seeking a proactive and people-oriented HR Generalist to join our growing team in Salem. This is a full-time, on-site role responsible for managing end-to-end HR operations, talent acquisition, employee engagement, onboarding, payroll coordination, statutory compliance, and HR administration.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in building a positive workplace culture while supporting the companys expansion through strategic recruitment and effective HR practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for technical and non-technical positions.
• Coordinate candidate sourcing, screening, interviews, offer letters, onboarding, and induction.
• Maintain employee records, HR documentation, and personnel files.
• Coordinate attendance, leave management, payroll inputs, and HRMS updates.
• Ensure compliance with EPF, ESI, Professional Tax, the Shops & Establishments Act, and other applicable labour laws.
• Support employee engagement, training, performance appraisal, and retention initiatives.
• Coordinate with engineering colleges for campus recruitment, internships, industrial visits, and faculty engagement programs.
• Draft HR policies, letters, employment documents, and internal communications.
• Handle employee grievances professionally and maintain a positive work environment.
• Prepare HR reports and provide support to management on workforce planning and HR analytics.
• Assist in implementing and improving HR processes and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• MBA (HR) preferred.

Experience

• 2–5 years of experience as an HR Generalist or HR Executive.
• Experience handling recruitment, HR operations, and employee lifecycle management.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong recruitment and interviewing skills.
• Good understanding of Tamil Nadu labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Knowledge of EPF, ESI, Professional Tax, payroll processing, and employee documentation.
• Experience using HRMS/payroll software (GreytHR experience is an advantage).
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Preferred

• Experience hiring Civil Engineers, CAD/Rebar Detailers, Estimators, or technical professionals.
• Experience with campus recruitment and building relationships with educational institutions.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-growing organization.
• Strong initiative with a problem-solving mindset.

Why Join Zed Rebars

• Opportunity to shape the HR function in a growing organization.
• Work directly with leadership and contribute to strategic initiatives.
• Exposure to international engineering projects and clients.
• Professional growth and continuous learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work culture.
• Competitive salary based on experience.