HR Manager

WorkWave Global; Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkWave Global is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the complete human resources function for our Mumbai-based operations. You will handle manpower planning, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and HR systems development to support manufacturing operations.

The role requires extensive knowledge of Indian labour laws, strong communication skills, and a track record in manufacturing or FMCG environments.

Qualifications

• MBA/PG Diploma in HR or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in any relevant discipline.
• 10 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing organization.
• Experience in Food Flavour Fragrance Chemical FMCG Ingredients manufacturing preferred.
• Good knowledge of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment & manpower planning; coordinate with departments to plan staffing needs.
• Handle employee relations, grievances, disciplinary matters, and workplace concerns.
• Manage payroll inputs, attendance, leaves, overtime for contractors and salary processing.
• Ensure statutory compliance: PF, ESI, PT, Bonus, Gratuity, minimum wages, factory laws.
• Develop and implement performance appraisal processes; track HR metrics.
• Identify training needs and coordinate annual training calendars; ensure compliance training.
• Develop and update HR policies and SOPs for consistent implementation.
• Manage admin activities across office and factory operations, vendor coordination.

Skills

Recruitment

Employee relations

Payroll & attendance

Performance management

Training & development

HR policies & processes

Admin management

Compliance & labour laws

Education

MBA/PG Diploma in HR

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Reports To: Director

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and people-oriented HR Manager to manage the complete human resources function. The role will be responsible for manpower planning, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and developing HR systems that support business and manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Manpower Planning

• Strong knowledge on recruitment, must have good English fluent knowledge.
• Source candidates through job portals, social media, employee referrals, consultants, and other recruitment channels.
• Coordinate with manpower consultants and recruitment agencies when required.
• Plan manpower requirements based on production, quality, R&D, sales, warehouse, and support functions.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment from sourcing to onboarding.
• Coordinate interviews and selection with department heads.
• Ensure timely joining and effective employee induction.

Employee Relations

• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, absenteeism, and workplace issues.
• Conduct employee engagement initiatives and address employee concerns.
• Support management in resolving workplace conflicts.

Payroll & Attendance

• Manage monthly attendance, leave, overtime, and payroll inputs for contractors
• Coordinate with accounts/payroll teams for accurate and timely salary processing.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Monitor attendance, absenteeism, and manpower costs.

Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate PF, ESI, Professional Tax, Bonus, Gratuity, Minimum Wages, Factory-related requirements, and other applicable compliances with finance team
• Maintain statutory registers, records, notices, and documentation.
• Coordinate labour inspections, audits, and statutory submissions where required.
• Factory/establishment licence and renewal coordination.
• Contractor and contract labour documentation.
• Maintaining statutory registers and records.
• Supporting labour inspections and statutory audits.
• Monitoring compliance-related notices and submissions.

Performance Management

• Develop and implement performance appraisal processes.
• Coordinate goal setting, performance reviews, and employee development plans.
• Support managers in performance-related discussions and corrective actions.
• Track employee performance and HR metrics.

Training & Development

• Identify training needs across production, quality, R&D, warehouse, sales, and support teams.
• Prepare annual training calendars with the help of quality team
• Coordinate technical, behavioral, safety, GMP, hygiene, and compliance-related training.
• Maintain training records and evaluate training effectiveness.

HR Policies & Processes

• Develop, implement, and periodically update HR policies and SOPs.
• Establish effective systems for recruitment, onboarding, confirmation, promotion, transfer, leave, attendance, and separation.
• Ensure consistent implementation of HR policies across departments.

Admin Activities

• Managing office and factory administrative operations.
• Housekeeping, security, canteen, transport, and facility management.
• Monitoring office/factory infrastructure and maintenance requirements.
• Managing stationery, uniforms, ID cards, and other employee requirements.
• Vendor coordination and administration-related purchase activities.
• Managing company vehicles and transportation arrangements.
• Monitoring security and visitor management.
• Maintaining administrative records, agreements, licenses, and AMC documents.
• Coordinating meetings, events, employee functions, and official programs.
• Supporting safety, emergency preparedness, and workplace discipline.
• Managing employee accommodation, if provided by the company.
• Handling courier, postal, travel, and other general administrative requirements.

Qualifications

• MBA PG Diploma in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in any relevant discipline.
• 10 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing organization.
• Experience in Food Flavour Fragrance Chemical FMCG Ingredients manufacturing will be preferred.
• Good knowledge of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Manufacturing/plant HR experience.
• Recruitment and workforce planning.
• Labour-law and statutory compliance.
• Payroll and attendance management.
• Employee relations and grievance handling.
• Training and development.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work with employees at all organizational levels.