Deputy Manager - HR

Job DescriptionPosition: Deputy Manager – Human Resources

Department: Human Resources
Reporting To: HR Manager / Senior Manager – HR
Location: Manufacturing Plant
Industry: CNG Cylinder Manufacturing / Heavy Engineering

Role Purpose:-

The Deputy Manager – HR is responsible for supporting and managing end-to-end HR operations at the manufacturing plant, ensuring statutory compliance, manpower planning, employee relations, performance management, and HR process improvement aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manpower Planning & Recruitment

• Plan and execute manpower requirements for production, quality, maintenance, and support functions.
• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment for junior, middle, and senior levels.
• Liaise with consultants, ITIs, diploma colleges, and local manpower sources.
• Conduct interviews, finalize selections, and issue appointment letters.

2. Statutory Compliance & Labor Laws

• Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws (Factories Act, PF, ESI, Bonus, Gratuity, CLRA, Wages Act, etc.).
• Handle inspections and audits by labor authorities and government bodies.
• Maintain statutory registers, returns, and records.
• Coordinate with external compliance consultants if required.

3. Payroll & Compensation Administration

• Oversee monthly payroll processing and ensure timely salary disbursement.
• Validate attendance, overtime, leave, incentives, and deductions.
• Manage CTC structures, wage revisions, and statutory contributions.
• Address payroll-related employee queries and discrepancies.

4. Industrial Relations & Employee Engagement

• Maintain healthy industrial relations at the plant.
• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and domestic inquiries.
• Support negotiations with unions or worker representatives, if applicable.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, welfare activities, and communication programs.

5. Performance Management & Training

• Support implementation of PMS/KRA/KPI systems.
• Identify training needs based on skill gaps and performance reviews.
• Coordinate technical, safety, and behavioral training programs.
• Maintain training records and effectiveness evaluation.

6. HR Operations & Administration

• Oversee joining, induction, confirmation, transfer, and exit processes.
• Maintain employee records, HRMIS, and documentation.
• Monitor attendance systems, shift rosters, and leave management.
• Coordinate canteen, transport, security, and housekeeping services.

7. Safety, Health & Environment (HR Support)

• Coordinate HR support for EHS initiatives and safety training.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and factory discipline.
• Support accident reporting and statutory safety documentation.

8. Policy Implementation & HR Improvement

• Implement HR policies, SOPs, and company rules effectively.
• Support HR audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist management in change management and organizational development activities.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of labor laws and factory compliance
• Experience in manufacturing / engineering industry
• Good communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle workforce at shop-floor level
• Payroll and HRMS knowledge
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability

Qualification & Experience

• Education: MBA / MSW / PGDM in HR or Personnel Management
• Experience: 6–10 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or heavy engineering industry

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Recruitment turnaround time
• Statutory compliance score
• Attrition rate
• Employee grievance closure time
• Payroll accuracy
• Training coverage and effectiveness

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹550,000.00 - ₹850,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person