Head - Human Resources - Manufacturing

Description:

Position Overview:

A fast-growing manufacturing organization in the rigid plastics/packaging sector is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Human Resources to lead strategic HR initiatives across the organization. This leadership role will oversee core HR functions including Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Learning & Development, Employee Engagement, and Compliance. The ideal candidate will align HR strategies with business objectives, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure a positive and compliant workplace environment.

Education & Experience:

- Full-time MBA/PGDM HR (Tier 1/2 preferred)

- Minimum 12 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.

- Expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, learning & development, employee engagement, and organizational development.

- Strong understanding of labor laws, HR best practices, and employee relations.

- Experience in a manufacturing or plant-based environment is a plus.

Core Competencies & Keywords:

- Strategic HR Leadership Align HR with organizational growth, workforce planning, succession readiness, and IPO readiness.

- Talent Acquisition & Management End-to-end recruitment, cultural fit assessment, and leadership development.

- Performance Management System (PMS) Implementation, continuous improvement, and alignment with organizational goals.

- Learning & Development Training programs, skill enhancement, leadership growth, and succession planning.

- Employee Engagement & Culture Plant visits, employee satisfaction, retention strategies, and inclusion initiatives.

- Payroll & Compliance Accurate payroll management, statutory compliance, confidentiality, and HR audit readiness.

- Data-Driven Decision Making HR metrics, analytics, and process optimization.

- Change Management & Agility Leading transformation, restructuring, and adapting to fast-growing environments.

- Team Leadership Mentorship, high-performance HR teams, delegation, and collaboration.

- Business Partnership HR as a strategic partner to leadership, linking people initiatives to business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Supervise recruitment, onboarding, and staffing strategies to meet organizational growth needs.

- Implement and manage performance management systems aligned with business goals.

- Design and deliver learning & development initiatives to build leadership and technical capabilities.

- Conduct plant visits to engage employees and ensure policy adherence.

- Drive employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture initiatives.

- Oversee payroll processing, tax compliance, and employee compensation accuracy.

- Ensure compliance with labor laws, HR policies, and audit requirements.

- Partner with leadership on organizational development, change management, and strategic HR initiatives.

- Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team to foster collaboration and high performance.

Ideal Candidate Mindset:

- Growth-oriented, resilient, and innovative in HR practices.

- Strategic thinker with a business partnership approach.

- Agile, adaptable, and people-centric in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.

- Data-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.