Plant Human Resource Manager

Duroply Industries Limited; Rajkot; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Duroply Industries Limited is seeking an experienced Manage HR - Plant in Rajkot. The role leads end-to-end HR activities at the plant, ensuring manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, performance management and comprehensive employee lifecycle management.

You will drive HR strategies in collaboration with plant leadership to support production, safety and cost optimization, while maintaining statutory compliance and strong industrial relations.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of HR experience in plant/manufacturing.
• PG/MBA/MSW in HR or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in statutory compliance and IR.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of payroll, benefits and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end HR activities at the plant including manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with plant leadership to implement HR strategies for production, quality, safety and cost optimization.
• Coordinate with Corporate HR for policy implementation and standardization of HR processes.
• Maintain harmonious industrial relations with proactive communication and grievance handling.
• Liaise with unions and government authorities; participate in collective bargaining as required.
• Ensure 100% statutory compliance (Factories Act, PF, ESI, Gratuity, CLRA, etc.).
• Lead plant-level recruitment; identify skill gaps and implement training and development programs.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, including connect sessions, grievance forums and open-house meetings.

Skills

HR Operations

Industrial Relations

Talent Acquisition

Employee Engagement

Performance Management

Administration

Contract Labour Management

Education

PG/MBA/MSW in HR

Job description

Position: Manage HR - Plant
Location- #Rajkot
Experience- 8-12 yrs
Education- PG/MBA/ MSW in HR

Role & responsibilities

1. HR Operations & Strategy

• Lead end-to-end HR activities at the plant, including manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and complete employee life cycle management.
• Collaborate closely with plant leadership to implement HR strategies supporting production, quality, safety, and cost-optimization goals.
• Ensure effective coordination with Corporate HR for seamless policy implementation and standardization of HR processes.

2. Industrial Relations & Statutory Compliance

• Maintain harmonious industrial relations through proactive communication and timely grievance handling.
• Liaise with labor unions and government authorities; participate in collective bargaining as required.
• Ensure 100% compliance with all statutory requirements including Factories Act, PF, ESI, Gratuity, CLRA, and other labor legislations.

3. Talent Acquisition & Development

• Lead recruitment and selection for all plant-level positions, ensuring timely hiring aligned with business needs.
• Identify skill gaps and implement training and development programs for staff and workmen.
• Support capability-building initiatives and succession planning for critical roles.

4. Employee Engagement & Communication

• Design and drive employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, productivity, and retention.
• Conduct employee connect sessions, grievance forums, open-house meetings, and skip-level interactions.
• Promote a positive and inclusive work culture aligned with organizational values.

5. Performance Management & Compensation

• Drive the performance appraisal process for all plant employees.
• Facilitate goal setting, mid-year, and annual reviews in line with corporate guidelines.
• Oversee payroll inputs, incentive administration, and benefits at the plant.

6. Administration & General Management

• Oversee plant-level administration including transport, canteen, security, housekeeping, and employee welfare facilities.
• Ensure strong implementation of health, safety, and welfare measures for employees and contract workmen.

7. Contract Labour Management & Vendor Development

• Manage complete contract labour operations in compliance with the Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act and other statutory requirements.
• Ensure contractor compliance related to wages, attendance, statutory payments (PF, ESI), safety standards, and welfare norms.
• Evaluate, onboard, and develop manpower contractors and service vendors to ensure reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct periodic contractor audits, verify statutory documents, and ensure timely renewal of licenses and agreements.