Hr Head

This role is for one of the Weekday s clients Salary range Rs 780000 - Rs 1000000 ie INR 7 8-10 LPA Min Experience 8 years Location Surat dhamdod JobType full-time Lead the end-to-end People Industrial Relations IR and Administration functions for a high-throughput manufacturing site This role ensures complete statutory compliance stable manpower availability strong shopfloor engagement continuous capability building and efficient management of site services all while maintaining productivity cost-effectiveness and a positive workplace culture Requirements Key Outcomes Achieve 100 compliance with all applicable Labour Laws and the Factories Act Maintain audit-ready Time Office payroll inputs and statutory records Implement a robust manpower plan ensuring timely hiring across production maintenance utilities QA QC ETP and logistics Execute the annual training calendar with measurable upskilling safety and behavioral outcomes Ensure transparent grievance redressal timely resolutions and zero industrial unrest Optimize administrative operations across canteen transport security and housekeeping functions Key Responsibilities Statutory Compliance and Governance Ensure full compliance with Factories Act CLRA ID Act Payment of Wages Minimum Wages Bonus Gratuity EPF ESIC LWF and related state rules Maintain statutory registers returns licenses and renewals represent the organization during inspections and audits Monitor implementation of new Labour Codes and update internal policies and SOPs accordingly Conduct regular HR audits and ensure timely closure of CAPA actions Time Office and Payroll Manage attendance shift rosters overtime controls leave administration and contractor muster rolls Validate payroll data to ensure accurate and timely disbursements in coordination with Finance Track and improve productivity KPIs such as absenteeism overtime and manpower cost per unit Talent Acquisition Develop and execute a hiring plan for operators technicians and engineers across production maintenance QA QC ETP and utilities Source candidates from industrial clusters ITIs polytechnics and nearby regions manage agencies and SLAs Conduct trade tests assessments and pre-employment medicals to ensure workforce readiness Training and Development Execute an annual training plan aligned with a live skills matrix Organize statutory and technical training on safety first aid firefighting and material handling Facilitate supervisory and behavioral training programs ensuring measurable impact and effectiveness Employee Relations and Grievance Management Maintain a transparent grievance redressal mechanism with defined turnaround times Conduct communication forums suggestion drives and shopfloor engagement sessions Oversee disciplinary processes as per Standing Orders manage POSH compliance and awareness initiatives Administration and Site Services Supervise canteen operations transport planning PPE uniform issuance and visitor management Govern security and housekeeping vendors through defined SOPs SLAs and audits Manage housing or hostel facilities where applicable HR Systems and Analytics Promote active usage of HRMS for Time Office leave claims and helpdesk management Publish monthly HR dashboards covering headcount hiring pipeline attendance attrition OT training and safety metrics Candidate Profile Experience 10 years of experience in Plant HR and Administration at manufacturing sites Proven experience managing sites with 300 workforce and turnover of 300-500 Cr Direct exposure to statutory compliance inspectorate interactions and contractor workforce governance Education MBA or PGDM in Human Resources or Industrial Relations LLB or Diploma in Labour Laws preferred Skills Deep understanding of labour laws and factory compliance Strong command of Time Office management wage administration and contractor governance Proficiency in technical hiring for shopfloor and support functions Hands-on experience in training design and facilitation Proficient in HRMS systems and Excel Fluency in Gujarati or Hindi preferred