Human Resources Manager

We are looking for a seasoned HR Manager to lead and manage the full spectrum of human resources functions at our ice cream manufacturing plant in Paithan. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who can operate at both a strategic and operational level building a high-performing, compliant, and engaged workforce in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for plant roles workers, supervisors, quality, production, logistics, and corporate support functions
• Partner with department heads to assess manpower needs and ensure timely hiring
• Build sourcing pipelines for skilled and unskilled factory labour in the Aurangabad / Paithan region

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure full statutory compliance: ESIC, PF, Shops & Establishments Act, Factories Act, Contract Labour Act, and FSSAI-related HR requirements
• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, attendance, and leave management
• Liaise with government bodies and labour departments as required
• Manage contract workforce and third-party labour vendors

Performance Management

• Design and drive the appraisal cycle for plant and office employees
• Partner with HODs to set KRAs, monitor performance, and deliver developmental feedback
• Identify high-potential employees and support career progression planning

Training & Development

• Conduct training needs assessments and roll out functional and behavioural training programmes
• Ensure induction and onboarding programmes are structured and consistent
• Drive food safety, hygiene, and compliance training as per FSSAI / GMP norms

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for employee grievances and disciplinary matters
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives, recognition programmes, and welfare activities
• Manage IR sensitively - prevent and resolve conflict, maintain harmony on the shop floor

Payroll & HR Systems

• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing in coordination with Finance
• Manage HRIS / attendance systems and ensure data integrity
• Prepare HR MIS reports, dashboards, and headcount analyses for management

Qualifications & Experience

• MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent from a recognised institution
• 610 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a plant / factory HR role
• Prior experience in FMCG, food processing, dairy, or frozen food manufacturing strongly preferred
• Solid knowledge of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance
• Experience managing blue-collar and white-collar workforce together
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with HRMS / payroll tools
• Strong communication skills in Marathi, Hindi, and English