Job Summary:
The HR Manager is responsible for leading the Human Resources function within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment with the business goals of the joint-venture entity. This role involves managing key HR functions such as talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and training while fostering a productive workforce.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic HR Management:
- Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business objectives of the manufacturing facility and the joint-venture partners.
- Collaborate with senior management to forecast staffing needs, workforce planning, and talent management.
- Drive the continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and practices to support manufacturing operations.
- Talent Acquisition and Management:
- Lead recruitment efforts for all levels of the manufacturing workforce, from entry-level positions to management roles.
- Develop and implement strategies for talent retention and succession planning.
- Oversee onboarding, training, and development programs to ensure employees are equipped with the necessary skills.
- Employee Relations:
- Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, providing guidance and resolution to employees grievances.
- Foster a positive work environment by promoting joint-venture best practices for employee engagement, fair treatment, and conflict resolution.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, health and safety regulations, and company policies.
- Performance Management:
- Manage the performance appraisal process, including KPI setting, coaching and feedback.
- Partner with Department Heads to identify performance gaps and implement improvement plans.
- Compensation and Benefits:
- Oversee salary benchmarking, payroll, and benefits administration to ensure competitiveness compensation and retention of talent.
- Develop and implement incentive programs to drive employee performance and engagement.
- Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure strict compliance with local labor laws, health and safety regulations, and industry standards.
- Manage audits and inspections related to HR practices and processes, ensuring all requirements are met.
- Training and Development:
- Develop and manage training programs focused on enhancing employee skills, particularly in safety, operational efficiency, and leadership.
- Drive continuous learning initiatives that support the development of future leaders within the manufacturing environment.
- HR Metrics and Reporting:
- Monitor and analyze HR metrics such as employee turnover, absenteeism, and engagement, ensuring alignment with both internal and joint-venture reporting standards.
- Provide regular reports to local senior management and Group HR (if required) on HR performance and workforce planning.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role within a manufacturing environment, ideally within a joint-venture setting.
- Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR best practices, and governance frameworks relevant to joint-venture operations.
- Experience in talent management, employee relations, and performance management.
- Ability to manage complex reporting relationships and align HR strategy with the needs of multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Proven ability to manage change, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with joint-venture policies.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to navigate the complexities of a joint-venture environment.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis tools.
- Strong commitment to fostering a safe, compliant, and inclusive work environment.
