Lead Human Resources Professional

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Human Resources Manager to join our organization. As a key member of our HR team, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with all relevant industrial and labor laws.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to all statutory provisions relating to industrial and labor laws.
• Maintain regular industrial relations activities, including dealing with contractors, monitoring contractual statutory records, workmen's compensation policies, labor licenses, etc.
• Provide expert advice on wage settlements, union issues, and labor contractors; conduct inquiries, counsel employees, and initiate disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Manage temporary labor-related cases, follow up on pending court matters to resolve them.
• Coordinate with the corporate HR team to implement HR processes and initiatives, providing support on welfare, safety, security, and general administration matters as needed.
• Develop various employee welfare measures and handle grievances of permanent and contractual employees.
• Consult with government authorities, document and maintain legal documents safely.
• Stay updated on labor law developments and practices, advising management on all legal aspects of industrial relations.
• Ensure smooth industrial relations.

• Employee Relations:

• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and employment processes for the plant.
• Plan and monitor administrative operations.
• Assess the current skill capabilities of the plant workforce, prepare training calendars for up-skilling or multi-skilling, and implement training programs.
• Manage internal facilities like canteens, transport, hospitalization, etc.
• Drive welfare activities such as celebrations, safety, annual day, facilities for women, environment, sports, service/attendance awards, etc.
• Plan and implement Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities like setting up or supporting pharmacies, health centers, schools, blood donation camps, etc.
• Prepare the yearly labor budget and monitor budget vs. expenditure statements periodically.
• Participate in union and IR issues as needed, develop recommendations and/or support other staff.
• Negotiate with the union on annual pay and benefits reviews, structural changes, and agreements.
• Ensure implementation of the Code of Conduct policy, provide counseling to employees periodically/as required, and take disciplinary action against non-conforming staff.
• Oversee the contract labor management system and ensure its compliance.
• Ensure the attendance system operates correctly, and salary and wages of blue-collar workforces are paid on time.
• Maintain discipline in the plant, implement blue-collar engagement activities.

• HR Initiatives:

• Be actively involved in the Suggestion program, Kaizen, Quality circle, Gemba walks, waste elimination, 5S Activities, integrated management system, and shopfloor improvement projects focused on people and process excellence.
• Promote Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, implement reward and recognition programs to boost motivation and productivity.
• Develop workforce policies/strategies aligned with local demographics to achieve organizational goals and objectives, ensure availability of workforce as per requirements.
• Understand management strategies, interact with HODs and staff members.
• Resolve employee grievances on the shop floor concerning HR & IR.
• Operate best HR practice initiatives and stay connected with departments.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 12 to 18 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a manufacturing industry.
• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) with specialization in Human Resources.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to handle complex situations and maintain a pleasing personality.
• Familiarity with labor laws and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in handling unions is mandatory.
• Exposure to HR Practices is required.
• Team Handling Experience is essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates from Gujarat and nearby locations are preferred.
• Must have exposure to handling a workforce above 450+.
• Part of the Long-Term Settlement is an added advantage.