Head - Human Resources - Manufacturing Industry

Job Title : Head of Human Resources

Location : Selu/Aurangabad

Department : Human Resources

Reports to : Director

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Role :

We are seeking a seasoned and proactive Head of Human Resources to lead the HR function at our manufacturing plant with a workforce of approximately 2000 employees. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Industrial Relations (IR) and employee management at scale, ensuring a harmonious and productive workplace while driving HR strategies that support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

- Develop and implement comprehensive HR and Industrial Relations strategies aligned with the manufacturing plants business goals.

- Lead recruitment, onboarding, retention, and workforce planning for a large employee base (~2000).

- Manage all aspects of Industrial Relations, including local compliance, dispute resolution, collective bargaining, and maintaining positive employee-management relationships.

- Handle employee relations issues effectively to maintain workplace harmony and minimize conflicts.

- Oversee performance management, training, and development initiatives tailored for a large manufacturing workforce.

- Ensure strict compliance with labour laws, safety regulations, and company policies across all employee groups.

- Design competitive compensation and benefits structures aligned with industry standards and workforce needs.

- Lead employee engagement programs and initiatives to foster motivation, productivity, and job satisfaction.

- Provide HR data analytics and reporting to plant leadership to support informed decision-making.

- Lead and mentor the HR team to efficiently manage payroll, attendance, statutory compliance, and HR documentation for a large workforce.

- Collaborate closely with plant operations to anticipate workforce needs and succession planning.

Qualifications :

- Degree in human resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration, or related field (masters preferred).

- 9+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role within a manufacturing or industrial environment managing 1000+ employees.

- Strong expertise and hands-on experience in Industrial Relations, including managing unionized workforces and handling collective bargaining agreements.

- Proven ability to manage and motivate a large workforce (~2000 employees).

- In-depth knowledge of labor laws, safety regulations (OSHA or local equivalents), and manufacturing HR practices.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

- Strong leadership capabilities with experience in leading multi-functional HR teams.

- Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office.

Key Competencies :

- Industrial Relations & Union Management

- Large Workforce Management

- Employee Engagement & Retention

- Strategic HR Leadership

- Conflict Resolution & Negotiation

- Labour Law Compliance

- Data-Driven HR Analytics