Plant Human Resources Manager

Universal Robina Corporation; Western Visayas; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Annual Leave

Training & Development

Salary Increase

Free Parking

Global Exposure

Job summary

Universal Robina Corporation—Sugar and Renewables is seeking a Plant Human Resources Manager to oversee HR operations at the plant level, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies while executing HR strategies. The role partners with COEs to implement initiatives and support plant-specific needs.

The ideal candidate will lead talent acquisition, employee relations, engagement, training, and compensation activities to build a strong internal talent pipeline and maintain smooth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.
• Advanced certifications in HR Management, Labor Relations, or Organizational Development are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations at the plant level ensuring compliance with policies and labor laws.
• Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning for plant roles.
• Manage employee relations, CBAs, and labor relations strategies.
• Design engagement programs and manage employee facilities and welfare.
• Collaborate on plant training, development programs, and leadership initiatives.
• Administer compensation, benefits, timekeeping, and HR transactions.
• Coordinate with COEs and third parties to optimize workforce solutions.

Skills

Labor relations

Talent management

Employee engagement

HR operations

Training & development

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Grow Beyond UR Job with URC!

Universal Robina Corporation-Sugar and Renewables is looking for a Plant Human Resources Manager.

Position Overview:

The Plant Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing HR operations at the plant level, ensuring compliance with company policies, labor laws, and regulatory requirements. This role plays a critical function in executing HR strategies, supporting talent management and development, employee engagement, labor relations, and workforce operations to align with business objectives.

The Plant HR Manager reports directly to the Corporate HR Lead and works closely with the Centers of Expertise (COEs) to implement corporate HR initiatives while ensuring responsiveness to plant-specific needs.

What are the Roles and Responsibilities?

1. Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning

• Facilitate the recruitment and selection process for non-leadership roles, including tender positions and entry-level factory roles.

• Partner with the COE-Talent Acquisition team to ensure an efficient hiring process, proactive talent pipeline development, and alignment with workforce requirements.

• Oversee new hire onboarding and integration to ensure a smooth transition into the organization.

• Collaborate with plant leadership to monitor workforce planning and staffing needs, ensuring operational efficiency.

2. Employee Relations, Compliance, and Labor Relations

• Serve as the primary HR representative for labor relations, addressing employee concerns, grievances, and conflict resolution.

• Ensure strict compliance with labor laws, health and safety regulations, and company policies across all plant operations.

• Work closely with the COE-Labor Relations to develop labor relations strategies, including managing collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and maintaining strong relationships with union representatives.

• Oversee and conduct disciplinary procedures, investigations, and policy enforcement, ensuring fair and legally compliant resolutions.

3. Employee Engagement and Welfare

• Design and implement employee engagement programs that enhance workplace culture, morale, and retention.

• Organize employee relations programs, such as monthly thematic activities, sports festivals, seasonal celebrations, and other initiatives to boost morale.

• Oversee the management and continuous improvement of employee facilities, including accommodations, transportation, cafeterias, and workplace welfare provisions.

• Establish and maintain effective communication and feedback mechanisms to address workplace concerns proactively.

4. Training and Development

• Collaborate with the COE-Learning & Development team to implement plant-specific training and development programs.

• Facilitate compliance training, functional skills development, and leadership programs for plant employees.

• Support career development initiatives and succession planning to build a strong internal talent pipeline.

• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness, ensuring alignment with organizational competency frameworks.

5. Performance Management and Organizational Development

• Implement and manage performance management systems at the plant level, ensuring alignment with corporate HR policies.

• Partner with COE-Organizational Development to drive performance appraisals, talent development, and capability-building initiatives.

• Assist in job evaluations, role enhancements, and workforce restructuring initiatives to support operational efficiency.

6. Compensation, Benefits, and HR Administration

• Provide local HR support for timekeeping, attendance, leave management, and benefits administration, ensuring seamless coordination with Head Office Shared Services for timely resolution of employee concerns.

• Manage the processing of employee clearances, final pay, and other personnel transactions with accuracy and efficiency.

• Oversee and facilitate other employee-related transactions, including company-provided benefits, CBA-mandated benefits, and other entitlements.

7. Third-Party and Vendor Management

• Oversee third-party manpower providers, ensuring adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs) and compliance with labor laws.

• Work with COE-Third Party Management to evaluate service providers, ensuring cost-effective workforce solutions.

• Coordinate with security services, health services, and other third-party HR-related functions to ensure smooth plant operations.

8. Community and Government Relations

• Foster positive relationships with local communities and government agencies to ensure compliance and alignment with corporate sustainability initiatives.

• Represent the plant in labor-related government inspections, audits, and compliance assessments to uphold regulatory standards.

• Lead and support corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs in partnership with community stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s social impact.

What are the Qualifications?

1. Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Advanced certifications in HR Management, Labor Relations, or Organizational Development are an advantage.

2. Experience:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in an HR leadership role in a plant or manufacturing setting.

• Strong background in employee relations, labor relations, talent management, and workforce administration.

• Experience in managing collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and union negotiations is highly preferred.

• Proven ability to implement HR policies, engagement programs, and compliance initiatives in an industrial or plant environment.

3. Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR compliance, and employment regulations.

• Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in HRIS, payroll systems, and workforce analytics.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders.

4. Behavioral Attributes:

• Results-driven and proactive, with a high level of integrity and professionalism.

• Adaptable to dynamic operational demands and changing business conditions.

• Strong leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills to align HR initiatives with plant operations.

5. Technical Expertise:

• Expertise in HR operations, including talent acquisition, training and development, performance management, and employee engagement.

• Knowledge of compensation and benefits administration, including CBA-mandated benefits and company-provided entitlements.

• Familiarity with plant operations, safety regulations, and workforce optimization strategies.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

URC Sugar and Renewables is a leading player in the cane raw sugar milling, sugar refining, fuel ethanol distillery & CO2, and power cogeneration industry, known for its unwavering commitment to excellence and continuous growth. With a rich heritage spanning decades and a forward-looking approach, we have established ourselves as the largest entity in this sector, in terms of operational scale and reach, driven by innovation, sustainability, and a steadfast dedication to unparalleled customer service. Our commitment to exceeding customer expectations at every touchpoint positions us as a trusted partner in their success. This dedication propels us forward on our journey of growth and success, allowing us to deliver exceptional value to our customers, stakeholders, and the communities we serve.

OUR PROMISE

• We offer multi-industry and international exposure. URC is the major player in various food, agricultural and industrial sectors with a powerful presence throughout the ASEAN Regions.

• We advocate a culture of success. URC empowers its people to become holistic individuals and socially responsible leaders.

• We are committed to promoting learning and development. URC provides exciting experiences for its people to maximize their potentials and hone their talents. We bring the best in our people and offer them a rewarding career.

OUR CORE PURPOSE

Delight everyone with good food choices.

OUR VALUES

• Put people first. We care, cultivate trust, and listen without judgement

• Own it. We take initiative to unlock opportunities.

• Dare to do. We champion experimentation and incubate new ideas.

• Move forward fast. We see the big picture and learn along the way.

OUR AMBITION

We are a sustainable global enterprise of world class talent. Giving everyone access to high quality planet-friendly products. Enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, consumers, and communities.

WHY JOIN US?

• Incentives

• Group Life Insurance

• Health Insurance Plan

• Annual Physical Examination

• Annual Vacation and Sick Leaves, with Leave Conversion for Unused Leaves

• Other Leave Credits

• Annual Merit Increase/Salary Increase

• Learning & Growth (Trainings)

• Employee Engagement Activities

• Health & Wellness Programs

• Sponsored Company Events and Activities

• Free Parking

• Special Employee Discounts on Gokongwei Group of Companies

• Local and International Exposure and Opportunities

NOTE: Universal Robina Corporation does not collect fees throughout our recruitment process and does not collaborate with any travel agency or third party to provide accommodation or other services to job applicants. All URC recruitment processes happen in our respective offices or plants. Recruitment processes are only carried out by our Talent Acquisition teams with an official corporate email address.