Manager - Plant HR (Chemical Industry)

Role Objective

The Plant HR Manager will oversee and strengthen the full spectrum of HR operations at the manufacturing unit. The role focuses on building a high-performing workforce, driving employee engagement, ensuring statutory compliance, and nurturing a safe, productive, and people-centric workplace.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for plant-level and support functions.

• Develop and implement manpower planning in coordination with functional heads.

• Drive smooth onboarding, induction, and documentation processes for new hires.

2. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations and grievance handling.

• Build a positive employee relations climate through regular engagement activities.

• Ensure fair disciplinary and grievance redressal processes.

3. HR Operations & Administration

• Manage time office, attendance, and leave management systems.

• Coordinate payroll inputs and monthly processing with finance.

• Oversee lifecycle processes such as confirmations, transfers, increments, and separations.

4. Statutory Compliance

• Ensure 100% compliance with all labor and factory laws (PF, ESIC, CLRA, Factory Act, etc.).

• Maintain audit-ready documentation for inspections and statutory audits.

• Liaise with local government and labor authorities as needed.

5. Performance Management

• Drive performance appraisal and goal-setting processes at the plant level.

• Support line managers in implementing performance improvement plans.

• Facilitate merit reviews and ensure transparency in performance outcomes.

6. Learning & Development

• Identify skill and competency gaps and implement targeted training programs.

• Coordinate with external trainers and maintain records as per compliance norms.

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and capability building.

7. Policy Implementation & HR Governance

• Implement HR policies, procedures, and SOPs in alignment with organizational guidelines.

• Drive awareness and compliance through communication and training sessions.

8. Health, Safety & Welfare

• Collaborate with the HSE team to ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols.

• Oversee employee welfare facilities (canteen, uniforms, transportation, etc.).

• Support initiatives that promote employee well-being and workplace hygiene.

Required Competencies

Education:

• MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent qualification.

Experience:

• 8–12 years of experience in HR within a manufacturing / industrial environment.

• Prior exposure to plant-level HR operations and statutory compliance is a must.

Skills & Attributes:

• In-depth understanding of labor laws and compliance requirements.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and people management skills.

• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders and maintain industrial harmony.

• Hands-on experience with HRMS systems and MS Office tools.

• Problem-solving and decision-making skills with a fair and balanced approach.

• Exposure to audits (ISO, internal, statutory) preferred.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to drive HR excellence in a leading manufacturing setup.

• Exposure to end-to-end HR responsibilities across operations, compliance, and people engagement.

• A collaborative and performance-driven work culture focused on professional growth.