Manager - People Operations - Manufacturing (8-14 yrs)

Manager People Operations

Location: Pune, India

Experience: 8+ years (preferably in fast-growing startups and manufacturing environments)

About Us: We are a growing startup in the industrial automation space, committed to transforming industries with cutting-edge technology. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced People Ops leader to manage and scale our People Operations function while also overseeing HR operations at our manufacturing units.

Key Responsibilities:

People Operations:

- Lead all People Ops sub-functions: talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, learning & development, and HR compliance.

- Build scalable processes and systems to support rapid growth across corporate and manufacturing teams.

Manufacturing HR Operations:

- Manage HR operations at manufacturing units, ensuring workforce planning, compliance, and employee relations are handled effectively.

- Develop strategies for talent retention and engagement specific to plant-level challenges.

Policy & Compliance:

- Develop and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws across corporate and manufacturing locations.

- Handle audits and ensure manufacturing units adhere to safety, labor, and compliance standards.

Strategic Planning:

- Align HR strategies with organizational goals, focusing on talent scalability and operational excellence.

- Partner with leadership to address workforce challenges in both corporate and manufacturing environments.

Admin & Workplace Management:

- Oversee office and plant-level administration, including vendor management, facilities, and workplace operations.

- Drive initiatives to improve employee well-being and productivity.

Culture & Engagement:

- Champion initiatives to maintain and enhance company culture across all locations.

- Develop engagement programs tailored to corporate and plant-level employees.

Qualifications:

- 8+ years of experience in People Operations, with a proven track record in fast-growing startups and manufacturing setups.

- Strong understanding of HR processes, labor laws, and compliance in both corporate and manufacturing environments.

- Experience in scaling teams, managing employee relations at manufacturing units, and implementing HR systems.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to manage multiple locations and diverse teams effectively.

What We Offer:

Opportunity to lead and shape the People Ops function in a high-growth startup.

A challenging and dynamic role with exposure to corporate and manufacturing operations.