Job Description

Job Title: Head - Human Resources

Location: Gwalior

Industry: Manufacturing / Infrastructure / Railway Sleeper Production

Experience: 8-12 years (with at least 5 years in a leadership HR role at a plant)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a result-driven and people-oriented HR Head to lead the Human Resources function at our manufacturing plant. The role involves managing a diverse workforce ranging from 100 to 500+ workers including contract labor, machine operators, production supervisors, and support staff. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in industrial relations, labor compliance, recruitment, and plant-level HR operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Operations & Workforce Management

Manage complete HR lifecycle for factory and plant workforce

Ensure smooth coordination with labor contractors and track contract labor compliance

Handle attendance, shift scheduling, manpower planning, and workforce discipline

Monitor staff performance, grievances, absenteeism, and attrition trends

2. Compliance & Industrial Relations

Ensure adherence to all labor laws (Factories Act, PF, ESIC, Minimum Wages, etc.)

Liaison with government bodies and maintain statutory documentation

Handle union and IR issues with tact and firmness (if applicable)

Manage audits, inspections, and legal requirements

3. Recruitment & Onboarding

Drive hiring for plant roles including operators, supervisors, engineers, and support staff

Coordinate with recruitment partners and local sources for labor supply

Conduct structured onboarding and training for new joinees

4. Employee Engagement & Development

Initiate welfare activities, safety awareness, and motivational programs

Monitor skill gaps and coordinate technical training programs

Implement performance appraisals and employee development plans

5. HR MIS & Reporting

Maintain accurate HR data, daily labor deployment records, and monthly MIS reports

Generate dashboards for management on workforce cost, productivity, and attrition

Required Qualifications:

Graduate / Postgraduate in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related field

8+ years of HR experience, preferably in a plant/manufacturing setup

Strong understanding of labor laws, compliance systems, and factory HR practices

Hands-on experience in handling 300-500+ workforce (including contract labor)

Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Excel, attendance management tools, and statutory portals

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ?600,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Internet reimbursement
Schedule:

Day shift
Work Location: In person