Head Human Resources (HR Head)

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: Sriperumbudur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Department: Human Resources

Designation: Head Human Resources / HR Head

Reporting To: Plant Head / Managing Director / Senior Management

Experience: 10 to 18 Years

Qualification: MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent qualification

Employment Type: Full-time

1. Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head Human Resources to lead the overall HR function for a reputed manufacturing company based in Sriperumbudur, Chennai.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with the organisation's business objectives, ensuring effective workforce management, maintaining harmonious industrial relations, strengthening employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.

The role requires strong expertise in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations (IR), Training & Development, Payroll Administration, Statutory Compliance, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, and Employee Welfare.

The candidate should have substantial experience in a manufacturing setting, with the ability to manage a diverse workforce comprising permanent employees, contract labour, supervisors, staff, and management personnel. The HR Head will work closely with plant leadership and senior management to promote a productive, disciplined, safe, and employee-friendly work environment.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. HR Strategy & Leadership

- Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and strategies in line with organisational objectives.
- Lead the overall HR function, ensuring effective delivery of HR operations across the manufacturing facility.
- Partner with senior management and plant leadership on manpower planning, organisational development, employee productivity, and workforce optimisation.
- Establish effective HR systems and processes to improve operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
- Prepare HR budgets, manpower cost projections, workforce reports, and periodic management reviews.
- Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, policies, and employee management practices.
- Maintain HR dashboards and report key performance indicators to management.

B. Industrial Relations (IR) & Employee Relations

- Manage industrial relations and maintain harmonious relationships between management, employees, worker representatives, and trade unions, wherever applicable.
- Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, misconduct cases, domestic enquiries, and conflict resolution in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
- Support management in collective bargaining, wage negotiations, settlement discussions, and union-related matters, as applicable.
- Ensure proper documentation of disciplinary proceedings, employee complaints, settlements, and other IR-related matters.
- Develop strategies to minimise employee disputes, absenteeism, attrition, and industrial unrest.
- Monitor workforce morale and address employee concerns proactively.
- Coordinate with plant management to ensure smooth operations and continuity of production.
- Advise management on employee relations matters, disciplinary procedures, and applicable employment requirements.

C. Statutory Compliance & Labour Law

- Ensure compliance with applicable central and Tamil Nadu labour laws, rules, notifications, and statutory requirements.
- Oversee statutory obligations relating to EPF, ESI, professional tax, labour welfare fund, bonus, gratuity, minimum wages, overtime, leave, and other applicable employment requirements.
- Monitor compliance relating to contract labour, contractor documentation, wage payments, statutory registers, returns, licences, and records, wherever applicable.
- Coordinate statutory inspections, audits, assessments, and communications with relevant government authorities.
- Ensure timely filing of applicable returns, maintenance of records, and completion of statutory documentation.
- Review contractor compliance and ensure that third-party manpower providers fulfil their legal obligations.
- Keep management informed about changes in labour legislation and their implications for the organisation.




- Coordinate with legal advisors, auditors, payroll teams, and external consultants on compliance matters.
- Implement internal compliance reviews to identify risks and ensure timely corrective action.

D. Payroll Administration & Compensation Management

- Oversee the monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely salary processing for employees and applicable workforce categories.
- Review salary structures, attendance records, leave balances, overtime, shift allowances, incentives, deductions, and reimbursements.
- Ensure accurate processing of statutory deductions, employer contributions, and other applicable payroll liabilities.
- Coordinate with Finance and Accounts to ensure timely payroll disbursement, reconciliations, and accounting records.
- Review payroll inputs received from attendance systems, HR teams, departments, and contractors.
- Maintain payroll confidentiality and ensure appropriate access controls for employee compensation data.
- Oversee preparation of payroll reports, salary registers, cost analysis, and management information reports.
- Support annual compensation reviews, salary revisions, incentive structures, and employee benefits administration.
- Ensure payroll processes remain compliant with applicable wage, tax, and employment regulations.

E. Training & Development

- Identify training needs across departments, production teams, supervisors, staff, and management.
- Develop and implement an annual training calendar aligned with business requirements and skill development priorities.
- Organise induction programmes for new employees, covering company policies, workplace conduct, safety, and operational procedures.
- Coordinate technical, behavioural, supervisory, leadership, and compliance-related training programmes.
- Work with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and other departments to identify skill gaps and training requirements.
- Develop employee competency frameworks and support multi-skilling, cross-training, and career development initiatives.
- Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, competency improvements, and performance outcomes.
- Maintain training records, attendance, evaluation reports, and other required documentation.
- Support the development of future leaders through succession planning and management development programmes.

G. Performance Management & Employee Development
- Implement and monitor performance appraisal systems, goal-setting processes, and periodic performance reviews.
- Work with department heads to establish measurable employee performance objectives.
- Coordinate annual appraisal cycles, salary revision recommendations, promotions, and performance improvement plans.
- Identify high-potential employees and support career progression and succession planning.
- Develop systems to improve employee accountability, productivity, and individual performance.
- Ensure fairness, transparency, and consistency in performance evaluation practices.

H. Employee Engagement, Welfare & Retention
- Develop employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, motivation, and retention.
- Organise employee communication programmes, welfare activities, recognition initiatives, and engagement events.
- Handle employee concerns and promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
- Oversee employee welfare facilities and related initiatives in coordination with the relevant departments.
- Monitor absenteeism, attrition, employee satisfaction, and workforce stability.
- Develop retention strategies for critical employees and skilled manufacturing personnel.
- Support the effective functioning of applicable statutory committees and employee welfare mechanisms.
- Promote employee discipline, ethical conduct, and a culture of accountability.

I. Contract Labour & Workforce Management




- Oversee contract workforce deployment and coordinate with approved manpower contractors.
- Ensure proper verification of contractor documentation, employee records, attendance, wage payments, and applicable statutory compliance.
- Monitor manpower availability, deployment, attendance, overtime, and productivity in coordination with production teams.
- Review contractor performance and resolve workforce-related issues.
- Ensure appropriate onboarding, safety induction, and workplace orientation for contract personnel.
- Maintain records relating to contractor manpower and support compliance audits.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure continuity of manpower supply and production operations.

L. Separation Management & Exit Formalities
- Oversee employee resignations, retirement, termination, exit interviews, and full-and-final settlement processes.
- Ensure appropriate notice-period management, handover procedures, clearance processes, and separation documentation.
- Coordinate settlement of applicable salary dues, leave encashment, gratuity, and other eligible benefits.
- Analyse employee exit feedback and recommend measures to improve retention and employee experience.
- Ensure that separation processes comply with applicable employment requirements and company policies.

1. Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong leadership and people-management capabilities.
- Excellent knowledge of manufacturing HR practices and workforce management.
- Hands-on experience in Industrial Relations and employee grievance handling.
- Sound understanding of labour laws and statutory compliance.
- Strong expertise in payroll administration and compensation management.
- Experience in training, competency development, and organisational development.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to work effectively with senior management, plant leadership, employees, and contractors.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HR MIS, Excel, HRMS, and payroll systems.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, fairness, and professional conduct.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

1. Educational Qualification & Experience

- MBA / PGDM in Human Resources, Personnel Management, or an equivalent qualification.
- Relevant experience in HR leadership within a manufacturing organisation.
- Strong practical exposure to Industrial Relations, labour law compliance, payroll, and Training & Development.
- Experience handling a large workforce, including contract labour and shop-floor employees, will be an advantage.
- Knowledge of Tamil Nadu-specific labour compliance requirements and manufacturing practices is desirable.

1. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The HR Head will be evaluated on the following parameters:
- Timely and accurate payroll processing.
- Statutory compliance and audit readiness.
- Employee attrition and absenteeism management.
- Timely fulfilment of manpower requirements.
- Training completion and effectiveness.
- Employee grievance resolution and industrial relations stability.
- Manpower cost management and workforce productivity.
- Employee engagement and retention initiatives.
- Accuracy of HR records, reports, and documentation.
- Timely completion of performance appraisals and HR processes.

1. Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a mature HR professional with strong manufacturing industry exposure, proven leadership skills, practical knowledge of Industrial Relations, and the ability to manage both strategic HR initiatives and day-to-day plant HR operations. The candidate should be capable of working closely with management, maintaining a stable workforce, ensuring statutory compliance, strengthening employee relations, and supporting the organisation's operational and business objectives.
1. Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates may share their updated CV, clearly highlighting their experience in manufacturing HR, Industrial Relations, Training & Development, Payroll, and Statutory Compliance. Location: Sriperumbudur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Thanks and Regards

L Sainath Jayaram

SAI HR CONSULTANTS

DIRECTOR TALENT ACQUISITION

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