HR Manager, A leading Manufacturer of P&D Products, Vadodara

Job Description:

• Lead and manage the entire Human Resources and Industrial Relations (HR & IR) function across the organization.
• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies and processes aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Drive end-to-end Talent Acquisition for corporate, technical, manufacturing and leadership positions.
• Oversee employee lifecycle management including onboarding, performance management, learning & development, career progression and succession planning.
• Lead Performance Management Systems (PMS), competency development, employee engagement and organizational development initiatives.
• Ensure statutory compliance under all applicable labour laws and regulations, including Factories Act, Industrial Relations Code, Shops & Establishments Act, EPF, ESIC, Payment of Wages, Payment of Bonus, Gratuity and other employment legislations.
• Manage Industrial Relations by maintaining positive relationships with workmen, unions (where applicable), employee representatives and government authorities.
• Handle disciplinary matters, domestic enquiries, grievance redressal, employee counselling and conflict resolution.
• Partner with business leaders to drive workforce planning, productivity improvement, manpower budgeting and organizational effectiveness.
• Oversee payroll inputs, compensation & benefits administration, HRMIS, attendance and leave management.
• Foster a high-performance, compliant and employee-centric work culture while supporting business growth and operational excellence.

Desired Profile / Criteria / Skills :

Education

• Preferred: MBA / PGDM in Human Resources, Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM), Master of Social Work (MSW – HR/Personnel Management) or equivalent Post Graduate qualification with specialization in Human Resources or Industrial Relations.
• A Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or a Diploma/Certification in Labour Laws & Industrial Relations will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, including significant exposure to Industrial Relations, preferably within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Electrical Equipment, Industrial Products or Process Industry.
• Proven experience in independently managing end-to-end HR operations and IR functions in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws, statutory compliances, factory HR practices and industrial relations.
• Experience in workforce planning, performance management, talent acquisition, employee engagement and policy formulation.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with senior leadership, statutory authorities, employee representatives and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in implementing HRMS/ERP systems and driving HR process improvements will be preferred.