Job Description

About the Company

We are a global group operating across manufacturing, consumer brands, and SaaS products. Our core expertise spans premium human hair manufacturing, science-backed wellness products, and customer experience analytics. With strong operations in India and long-standing roots in the United States, we serve B2B and B2C markets worldwide and are known for quality, innovation, and craftsmanship.

Different Hair Private Limited (DHPL) is the Indian manufacturing arm and daughter company of Hair & Compounds, Inc., based in California, USA. Together, over more than two decades, we have built a strong reputation in the global high-end human hair market, serving professionals across Hollywood, Manhattan, London, and hundreds of cities worldwide. Our culture values curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning, blending legacy expertise with modern business and R&D practices.Most roles are project-driven rather than brand-isolated. While roles may be formally hired under DHPL, teams often collaborate across multiple brands based on project needs and expertise.

Depending on your role, you may contribute to initiatives across:

Hair & Compounds - Premium human hair manufacturing and global B2B markets Vitabae Labs - Science-backed consumer wellness products CX Analytix - In-house SaaS tools for customer experience and analytics
This structure enables broader learning, cross-functional collaboration, and exposure across manufacturing, consumer, and technology-driven businesses.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing HR Manager who is structured, people-focused, and eager to build scalable HR systems in a factory-led environment. This role is responsible for establishing and strengthening HR operations across manufacturing and supporting functions while ensuring compliance, workforce stability, and employee engagement. You will work closely with plant leadership and corporate stakeholders to align people practices with business outcomes and operational realities. The role offers exposure to cross-brand collaboration and HR projects spanning manufacturing, consumer, and technology teams.

This role reports to the Senior Leadership Team and is based at our Manufacturing Plant in Sriperumbudur, with on-site collaboration expected.

Ideal Candidate

:- The ideal candidate is structured, empathetic, and eager to learn, with a collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and a strong sense of ownership in building people systems from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Strategy and Planning:

Build the HR department from the ground up with a startup mindset and entrepreneurial approach Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the manufacturing goals and objectives Work closely with senior management to understand business needs and provide HR support to achieve organizational success

Talent Acquisition & Management:

Manage end-to-end recruitment lifecycle using ATS across manufacturing, marketing, data and IT functions Collaborate with department heads on staffing requirements and ensure seamless onboarding Generate recruitment metrics and pipeline reports using project management tools

Employee Relations:

Mediate workplace conflicts with fairness and cultural sensitivity across diverse employee groups Build employee relations programs that foster trust, engagement, and open communication

Performance Management:

Implement performance evaluation systems using HR software and provide coaching to managers Design career progression pathways and create performance analytics reports.

Training and Development:

Identify training needs and coordinate the development and delivery of training programs Support career development initiatives for manufacturing staff

Compensation and Benefits:

Manage employee benefits programs (PF, ESI, gratuity, health insurance) and conduct salary benchmarking Oversee payroll, annual compensation reviews and establish compensation structures by ensuring competitive and fair compensation practices

Legal Compliance:

Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and company policies. Keep abreast of changes in employment legislation and make necessary adjustments to policies and practices

Health and Safety:

Collaborate with safety and health teams to promote a safe working environment Ensure factory compliance with occupational health and safety standards

Engagement & Retention:

Launch employee engagement programs and conduct satisfaction surveys Develop retention strategies for critical talent and analyze turnover data Build engagement initiatives including recognition programs and team events

HR Systems, Project Management & Reporting:

Maintain HRIS and use project management tools (Asana, Trello, ClickUp) to track HR initiatives Generate regular HR metrics reports on headcount, attrition, time-to-fill, and training completion Create monthly/quarterly status reports and use data analytics to drive HR decision-making

Policy Development & Documentation

Develop comprehensive HR policies, employee handbooks, and Code of Conduct from scratch Write clear, enforceable workplace policies covering attendance, leave, disciplinary actions, and grievances

Qualifications and Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Master's degree strongly preferred. Languages: Bilingual fluency in English and Tamil (written and spoken).

Experience:

5-7 years in HR management roles with demonstrated career progression. Experience in startup or growth-stage companies is highly valued, including the ability to build HR functions from scratch. Track record of establishing HR departments, creating policies, and implementing HR frameworks. Proven experience in HR management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting. (Highly Preferred)

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Hands-on experience with HRIS/ATS software. Familiarity with project management tools such as Asana, Trello, or ClickUp. Knowledge & Compliance: Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and factory compliance requirements.

Core Competencies:

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated problem-solving, decision-making, and entrepreneurial abilities in dynamic work settings.

Benefits & Growth

Benefits We Provide

Medical Insurance: INR 2.00 lakh per annum, applicable after 3 months of joining Social Security: Provident Fund and Gratuity as per the Tamil Nadu Factories Act (Gratuity applicable after 5 years of service) Paid Leave: 10 days of paid leave per year 8 days of casual leave per year Public holidays as per company calendar Learning Resources: Access to a library of e-books and podcast subscriptions

Growth & Exposure

Cross-brand project exposure Collaboration with India and USA teams Learning across manufacturing, consumer, and SaaS businesses
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹800,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Commuter assistance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):

What is your notice period?
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Preferred)
Work Location: In person