Overall Job Responsibility

1. Contract Workforce Management: End-to-end management of contract labour lifecycle –

onboarding, deployment, attendance, wage coordination, exits. Ensure contractor compliance with

statutory requirements (PF, ESI, Wages, Bonus, Gratuity, CLRA, Factories Act). Periodic audits of

contractors and documentation; closure of non-compliances. Coordinate with Finance, Safety, and

Operations on contractor payments, headcount validation, and productivity tracking. Support

rationalisation and optimisation of contract manpower in line with plant productivity norms

2. Associates (Shop-floor HR) Management: Handle HR support for plant associates – attendance,

leave, shift rosters, transfers, promotions, disciplinary actions. Act as the first point of contact for

associate grievances and conflict resolution. Drive associate engagement initiatives (toolbox talks,

communication forums, recognition programs).Ensure adherence to discipline, code of conduct, and

plant HR policies.

3. Statutory Compliance & Industrial Relations:



Ensure full compliance with Factories Act, CLRA,

Minimum Wages, ESI, PF, and other applicable labour laws. Liaise with statutory authorities,

inspectors, and auditors as required. Support smooth conduct of inspections, audits, and

Knowledge , skills and experience (Minimum level)

Educational qualifications Graduate with MBA / PGDM in HR (preferred)

Relevant experience 6–12 years in Plant HR / Manufacturing environment
Competencies summary

100% statutory compliance for contract labour

Reduction in contract manpower-related non-compliances

Improved associate engagement and grievance closure TAT

Audit observations closure rate

Absenteeism and attrition control at plant level

Solid understanding of contract labour laws & plant HR operations

Hands-on experience in shop-floor HR

Ability to manage large contract workforce

High level of integrity, firmness, and fairness

Good communication skills (local language pr

📌 Deputy Manager (India)
🏢 TATA STEEL DOWNSTREAM PRODUCTS
📍 India