Job Title: Head of HR – Automotive Plant
Location: Ranjangaon, Pune
Industry: Automotive Manufacturing
Experience: 15+ Years
Education: MBA in Human Resources or equivalent
Language Requirement: Marathi (Fluent – spoken and written)
Preferred Candidate: Female professionals with strong experience in unionized plant environments
We are looking for a dynamic and seasoned Head of HR to lead the Human Resources function at our automotive manufacturing plant in Ranjangaon, Pune. The role involves end-to-end HR leadership across Talent Acquisition, Industrial Relations, Admin, Payroll, Policy, and Talent Development.
Develop and implement HR strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives.
Serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership, contributing to operational and organizational effectiveness.
Lead recruitment for plant roles – white collar and blue collar.
Partner with institutions and technical schools for future talent pipelines.
Forecast workforce needs in coordination with production and operations.
Manage relationships with unions and employee representatives.
Lead negotiations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
Ensure full compliance with labor laws and regulations.
Implement training programs and leadership development initiatives.
Conduct employee engagement surveys and drive action plans.
Promote a high-performance and learning-oriented culture.
Formulate and enforce HR policies and SOPs.
Maintain compliance with Factory Act, labor regulations, and company policies.
Oversee HR systems and maintain accurate employee data.
Manage payroll operations, benefits administration, and salary structuring.
Ensure statutory deductions and filings are accurate and on time.
Benchmark compensation against industry standards.
Supervise canteen, transport, housekeeping, and general admin.
Maintain safe, secure, and compliant work environment.
Drive a culture of ethics, inclusion, and accountability.
Lead initiatives to increase female workforce participation.
Promote open communication and trust across all employee levels.
MBA in HR or related field
15+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing (automotive preferred) environment
Proven expertise in union handling and plant-level HR leadership
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Fluent in Marathi
Yearly based
Gurgaon,Haryana,India
Gurgaon,Haryana,India