Deputy Manager HR (Plant)

Talent Corner Hr Services; Vapi; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Corner Hr Services invites a Deputy Manager to oversee plant level HR and industrial relations at the Sarigam site near Vapi, Gujarat. You will drive HR operations, payroll, attendance, and compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 6+ years of plant HR experience and an MBA/PGDM in HR/IR. You will partner with production leaders, manage labour relations, and ensure statutory adherence while supporting safety and workforce welfare.

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM with HR/IR specialization is essential.
• 6+ years of plant HR/Factory HR experience.
• Strong communication and leadership to manage shop-floor teams.
• Knowledge of payroll, statutory compliance and labour laws.
• Proficient in MS Office and HRMS tools.
• Willingness to work on-site at Sarigam near Vapi.

Responsibilities

• Plant HR Operations: attendance, shift, leave, payroll; coordinate manpower across production.
• Industrial Relations & discipline: handle grievances and disciplinary actions as per policy.
• Statutory Compliance & liaison: labour laws, Factory Act, ESI, PF; prepare registers and returns.
• Employee Engagement & welfare: welfare, transport, safety awareness, toolbox talks.
• Training & Development: identify training needs, coordinate skill enhancements.
• Coordination with Operations & Safety: align manpower with production and safety standards.
• Head of HR coordination: implement HR policies and report data to Head of HR.
• Recruitment & manpower planning: end-to-end plant recruitment and onboarding.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Shop-floor coordination

Payroll & compliance knowledge

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

MBA

PGDM (HR/IR)

Tools

HRMS tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Manager
Department: Human resources (Plant/ Factory)
Base Location: Sarigam (Near Vapi Gujarat)
Reports to: Head of Human Resources
Experience: 6 + years
Qualification: MBA / PGDM / (Human Resources / Industrial Relations)

Job Purpose: (Apply only if Plant HR / Factory HR Experience )

To manage and execute all Human Resource and Industrial Relations activities at the plant level, ensuring smooth manpower operations, statutory compliance, employee discipline, welfare, and engagement. The role demands strong on-ground HR presence, coordination with production teams, and effective liaison with workers, supervisors, contractors, and local authorities. The role also includes administrative reporting to the Plant Head.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Plant HR Operations

• Oversee attendance, shift management, overtime control, and leave administration for all categories of employees.
• Ensure timely payroll processing through accurate data collection and validation.
• Coordinate manpower deployment across departments as per production requirements.
• Support contract labour management documentation, attendance, and compliance.

2. Industrial Relations & Discipline

• Maintain cordial relations with workers, union representatives (if any), and supervisors.
• Handle grievances, absenteeism, and misconduct cases tactfully and as per company policy.
• Support disciplinary proceedings, domestic inquiries, and warning/charge sheet processes.
• Promote a culture of mutual respect, cooperation, and teamwork on the shop floor.

3. Statutory Compliance & Liaison

• Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws, Factory Act, ESI, PF, and contract labour regulations.
• Maintain statutory registers, records, and returns in coordination with HR Manager and consultants.
• Liaise with labour department officials, local authorities, and auditors during inspections or visits.

4. Employee Engagement & Welfare

• Plan and execute employee welfare programs and transport management, and health & hygiene initiatives.
• Conduct regular toolbox talks, communication meetings, and awareness sessions for plant staff and workers.
• Drive initiatives for women employee welfare and workplace safety awareness.

5. Training & Development

• Identify training needs for workers and staff; coordinate skill enhancement, safety, and behavioural training programs.
• Support performance management activities and appraisals at the plant level.

6. Coordination with Operations & Safety Teams

• Partner with production, maintenance, and EHS teams for manpower planning and adherence to safety standards.
• Support in implementing safety campaigns, audits, and zero-incident culture initiatives.

7. Coordination with Head of HR

• Work closely with the Head of for implementation of all HR policies, audits, and directives.
• Provide timely reports, data, and feedback as required by the Head of HR.
• Execute special projects, compliance drives, and organizational initiatives as assigned by the Head of HR.
• Perform any other HR or administrative tasks assigned by the Corporate Head of HR from time to time.

8. Recruitment & Manpower Planning

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for plant-level positions including operators, supervisors, and staff.
• Coordinate with consultants, job portals, and internal references to source suitable candidates.
• Screen resumes, schedule interviews, and coordinate with department heads for candidate evaluation.
• Maintain recruitment trackers, candidate database, and ensure timely closure of open positions.
• Support joining formalities, documentation, and onboarding of new employees at the plant.
• Ensure manpower availability as per production and operational requirements.

Key Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong leadership and shop-floor handling capability.
• Good knowledge of payroll, compliance, and statutory requirements.
• Problem-solving, decision-making, and proactive approach.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRMS tools.

Work Environment

• Full-time role at the plant location.
• Requires daily shop-floor interaction and coordination with multiple departments.
• Must be comfortable working in an industrial environment