Chief Hr Officer

About Company Founded in 1987 Care Group is a globally recognized leader in the ophthalmology industry specializing in the manufacture of Intraocular Lenses IOLs and ophthalmic surgical products With a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and corporate headquarters at Dabhasa Padra and a workforce of over 2 200 employees we are a family-owned promoter-led organization that prides itself on a close-knit collaborative culture Role Overview We are seeking a seasoned functional lead in the HR domain to lead our people operations across our company including the corporate office and the manufacturing facility This is a 100 on-site role that requires a strategic leader who can navigate the complexities of a large-scale manufacturing environment while maintaining the personal touch of a family business The ideal candidate will be a master of the New Indian Labour Codes and possess the gravitas to manage high-level talent acquisition and a diverse multi-tiered workforce Key Responsibilities 1 Strategic HR Planning Culture Integration Business Strategy Alignment Develop and implement HR initiatives that directly support the company s global export goals and manufacturing excellence Cultural Stewardship Adapt to and preserve our close-knit family culture acting as a bridge between the promoters and the workforce to foster a positive high-performance environment HR Metrics Analytics Provide data-driven reports to management to support critical decision-making regarding workforce productivity and cost management 2 High-Stakes Talent Acquisition Senior-Level Hiring Personally lead the search and selection for executive and senior management roles ensuring top-tier talent alignment with company values Diverse Workforce Lifecycle Manage the end-to-end recruitment and onboarding process for o White-Collar Professionals Corporate sales and engineering talent o Permanent Blue-Collar Employees Ensuring long-term stability in our production lines o Temporary Contractual Workforce Strategic management of flexible labor to meet varying production demands 3 Compliance Risk Management New Labour Codes Ensure the organization is 100 compliant with the Code on Wages 2019 Industrial Relations Code 2020 Social Security Code 2020 and OSH Code 2020 Grievance Redressal Act as the primary mediator for employee grievances ensuring legal compliance and industrial harmony in the Vadodara district 4 Performance Talent Management Evaluation Systems Oversee performance management systems that recognize both technical skill and cultural fit Employee Development Identify training needs across the plant and office managing robust development and succession plans 5 Compensation Benefits Pay Structure Maintain and optimize pay plans and benefits programs Benchmarking Regularly analyse compensation surveys to ensure our 10 LPA- tier talent are competitively compensated Qualifications Experience Education MBA in HR or Post-Graduate degree in Human Resources Management from a premier institute e g IIMs XLRI TISS is highly preferred Experience 12-18 years of core HR experience with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a Pharmaceuticals or Medical Devices manufacturing setup Technical Expertise Expert-level knowledge of Indian Labour Laws and the recent 2025 implementations o Proven track record in managing both unionized and non-unionized workforces Culture Fit Prior experience in a family-owned or promoter-driven business is essential to understand the nuances of the organization Logistics Must be willing to work on-site at Dabhasa Tal Padra No remote or hybrid options are available Personal Attributes Ethical Leadership Maintain absolute confidentiality and integrity in all business dealings Resilience Ability to handle the high-pressure environment of a global medical device exporter Stakeholder Management Exceptional communication skills to engage with promoters and ground-level factory workers alike