Job Description

Job Title:

Factory HR Manager

Location:

Kalyan - Kongaon (Factory Unit)

Department:

Human Resources & Administration

Reporting To:

Managing Director (MD)

Industry:

Industrial Workwear / Apparel Manufacturing

About Red Fort Workwear

Red Fort Workwear is a leading manufacturer and exporter of

industrial and corporate workwear

, including boiler suits, flame-retardant coveralls, reflective jackets, and protective uniforms. Built on the foundation of

quality, safety, and durability

, we are EN-certified and serve global clients with excellence in design and manufacturing.
Visit: www.redfortworkwear.com

Position Overview

We are looking for a

dynamic and experienced Factory HR Manager

to lead HR and administration across the

factory, branches, and head office

. The ideal candidate will have

8-10+ years

of HR & Admin experience in manufacturing (apparel/workwear preferred) with strong expertise in statutory compliance, audits, payroll oversight, recruitment coordination, training & development, and policy framing. This role reports directly to the

Managing Director

.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Leadership & Strategy

Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals. Act as a strategic HR partner to the MD and senior management for manpower planning, policy, and people initiatives. Ensure smooth HR operations across the factory, branches, and HO.
2. Factory HR & Statutory Compliance

Ensure full compliance with Factory Act, labor laws and statutory norms (PF, ESIC, Minimum Wages, Bonus, Gratuity, etc.). Manage HR records, registers, inspections, and prepare for factory audits (SEDEX, BSCI/RAPS). Liaise with statutory authorities and external auditors/consultants.
3. Payroll Oversight & Compliance

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing carried out by the payroll/HR team or external vendor. Ensure accurate payroll computations, timely statutory filings and zero discrepancies. Investigate and resolve any payroll errors or employee payroll grievances promptly. Train and update the HR/payroll team on any statutory amendments, payroll rules, and compliance changes. Coordinate with Finance for salary budgeting, reconciliations, and timely salary disbursements.
4. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Collaborate with recruitment team to source, screen, and onboard factory and office staff. Maintain manpower plans, trackers, and ensure timely closure of open positions. Build relationships with local training institutes, contractors, and agencies for sourcing skilled labor.
5. Training & Development (Added)

Design, implement and monitor training programs for factory and office staff (technical skills, SOPs, quality, safety, supervisory skills). Coordinate onboarding training and periodic upskilling programs to improve productivity and reduce rework. Measure training effectiveness and maintain training records and budgets.
6. Policy Framing & Administration

Frame and update HR policies and SOPs (attendance, leave, performance, discipline, code of conduct). Ensure consistent policy communication and implementation across all sites. Oversee factory administration, housekeeping, safety, and facility management.
7. Employee Relations & Engagement

Handle grievances, disciplinary matters, counseling and conflict resolution with fairness. Plan engagement activities, welfare programs, and employee communication to build positive culture.
8. Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Manage relationships with manpower vendors, payroll vendors, auditors, and service providers. Ensure vendor compliance with statutory and company policies and maintain vendor documentation.
9. HR Budgeting & Audit

Prepare department-wise HR budgets, yearly welfare/event budgets and control HR spend. Support social and statutory audits by ensuring documentation, corrective action tracking and closure.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

MBA (HR) or equivalent.

Experience:

10 - 12+ years in HR & Administration, preferably in manufacturing (apparel/workwear).

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong understanding of Indian labor laws, Factory Act and statutory compliance. Experience in overseeing payroll processes and statutory filings. Hands-on experience with recruitment coordination and HRIS/payroll systems. Experience in training design & delivery, and in managing social audits (SEDEX/RAPS/BSCI). Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred:

Prior experience in industrial garment / workwear manufacturing.

What We Offer

Leadership role across multiple sites with direct access to MD. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities. Exposure to global compliance and factory audit practices. A collaborative, people-centric work environment.

How to Apply

Please send your updated CV to

hr@redfortworkwear.com

with the subject: Application - Factory HR Manager (Kalyan - Kongaon). Include a brief cover note highlighting your payroll oversight experience and training & development achievements.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Paid time off Provident Fund
Work Location: In person