Human Resource Manager

Yantra Design; Surat; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Yantra Design in Surat, Gujarat, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the complete HR function across the organization. The role focuses on building scalable HR systems, ensuring statutory compliance, driving employee engagement, performance management, and organizational development in a manufacturing context.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years in HR, with leadership experience, and a track record in CNC machine manufacturing, heavy engineering, or related sectors.

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline (Manufacturing/Engineering exposure preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Establish HR policies, SOPs, and best practices.
• Drive organizational culture, discipline, and employee productivity.
• Advise management on workforce planning and organizational development.
• Lead recruitment for production, design, service, sales, quality, and support functions.
• Develop campus hiring, apprenticeship, and referral programs.
• Design and manage KPI-based performance appraisal systems.
• Monitor departmental productivity and employee performance.
• Oversee attendance, leave management, payroll inputs, and settlements.

Skills

Strategic HR Management

Labour Law & Compliance

Industrial Relations

Performance Management

Talent Acquisition

Payroll & HR Operations

Policy Formulation

HR Analytics & MIS

Leadership & Team Management

ERP/HRMS proficiency

Advanced MS Excel & reporting

Negotiation & conflict resolution

Education

MBA/PGDM in HR

Bachelor's degree (Manufacturing/Engineering exposure preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/HRMS

Job description

Position: HR Manager

Job Summary

The HR Manager will be responsible for leading the complete HR function across the organization, ensuring the availability of skilled manpower, statutory compliance, employee engagement, performance management, and organizational development. The role requires a strategic yet hands-on leader who can build scalable HR systems while supporting daily manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Establish HR policies, SOPs, and best practices.
• Drive organizational culture, discipline, and employee productivity.
• Advise management on workforce planning and organizational development.

2. Talent Acquisition

• Lead recruitment for production, design, service, sales, quality, and support functions.
• Develop campus hiring, apprenticeship, and referral programs.
• Reduce hiring turnaround time while maintaining quality.
• Build a strong employer brand in the manufacturing sector.

3. Performance Management

• Design and manage KPI-based performance appraisal systems.
• Monitor departmental productivity and employee performance.
• Implement Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) where required.
• Drive succession planning and leadership development.

4. Payroll & HR Operations

• Oversee attendance, leave management, payroll inputs, and full & final settlements.
• Ensure timely documentation including offer letters, appointment letters, confirmations, and exits.
• Maintain employee records through ERP/HRMS.

5. Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable labour laws and regulations.
• Supervise PF, ESIC, PT, Bonus, Gratuity, Labour Welfare Fund, Factory Act, and Contract Labour compliance.
• Coordinate audits and inspections by government authorities.
• Maintain statutory registers and records.

6. Employee Relations

• Handle grievances, disciplinary matters, domestic inquiries, and conflict resolution.
• Promote employee engagement initiatives and retention programs.
• Foster a positive and performance-driven work culture.

7. Learning & Development

• Identify skill gaps and prepare annual training calendars.
• Conduct leadership, technical, behavioural, and compliance training.
• Coordinate induction and onboarding programs.

8. Administration & Facility Coordination

• Supervise HR and administrative teams.
• Coordinate employee transport, accommodation, canteen, uniforms, and welfare activities.
• Ensure workplace discipline, safety awareness, and adherence to company policies.

9. HR Analytics & Reporting

• Prepare HR dashboards and MIS reports.
• Track key HR metrics including:
  
  • Attrition Rate
  • Recruitment TAT
  • Attendance
  • Overtime
  • Absenteeism
  • Employee Productivity
  • Training Hours
  • Compliance Status

Required Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline (Manufacturing/Engineering exposure preferred).

Experience

• 5 to 10 years in Human Resources.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in CNC machine manufacturing, heavy engineering, fabrication, or industrial equipment companies will be preferred.

Required Skills

• Strategic HR Management
• Labour Law & Statutory Compliance
• Industrial Relations
• Performance Management Systems
• Talent Acquisition
• Payroll & HR Operations
• Policy Formulation
• HR Analytics & MIS
• Leadership & Team Management
• ERP/HRMS proficiency
• Advanced MS Excel and reporting
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Analytical and process-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Result-oriented with a strong focus on business growth and operational ex