Plant HR

JOB DESCRIPTION

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Designation : Plant HR

Godrej Agrovet Limited

Chandwad (Town located 60 KM from Nashik) Nashik, Maharashtra, India

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Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Function: Human Resources

Business: Godrej Agrovet Limited

Location: Chandwad (Town located 60 KM from Nashik)Nashik, Maharashtra, India

About Godrej Industries Limited and Associate Companies (GILAC)

GILAC is a holding company of the Godrej Group. We have significant interests in consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, chemicals, and financial services through our subsidiary and associate companies, across 18 countries.

www.godrejindustries.com

About Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL)

Godrej Agrovet At Godrej Agrovet, a food and agriculture conglomerate, we are dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields.

https://www.godrejagrovet.com/

Animal Feed

One of the largest organized players in the Compound Feed market in India, our Animal Feed business clocks over a million tonnes in annual sales. We have a diverse portfolio of products across cattle, broiler and layer feed. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing plants, equipped with quality assurance labs, help farmers improve farm productivity and profitability. We are also investing significantly in cutting-edge research and development to support our innovation pipeline.

https://www.godrejagrovet.com/businesses/animal-feed

Job Summary - We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Factory HR Manager to lead and manage the HR operations at our pet nutrition manufacturing facility in Chandwad, Nashik. The role involves overseeing HR activities for 60+ permanent employees (both blue and white-collar) and 100+ contract workers. Incumbent will be responsible for managing recruitment, employee relations, compliance, training and development, performance management, and overall HR administration to ensure a safe, productive, and harmonious working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Labor Compliance & Contract Management:

• Ensure compliance with all labor laws, factory regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Handle contract labor management, including negotiations with contractors, and ensure contract workers’ welfare and compliance with labor laws.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to safety, health, and labor regulations.

Government Authorities Liaisoning:

• Act as the primary point of contact for liaising with government authorities and local bodies for compliance, regulatory approvals, inspections, and audits.
• Ensure timely submission of statutory reports and maintain cordial relationships with relevant authorities, including labor officers, factory inspectors, and environmental bodies.

HR Operations & Administration:

• Oversee day-to-day HR activities at the factory, ensuring smooth execution of HR processes.
• Maintain employee records, attendance, and payroll for both permanent and contract staff.
• Implement and manage HR policies, procedures, and compliance with labor laws.

Recruitment & Staffing:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for both blue-collar and white-collar positions.
• Oversee the hiring and onboarding process for contract labor in coordination with contractors.
• Develop and implement workforce planning strategies to meet production demands.

Employee Relations & Engagement:

• Foster a positive work culture by maintaining open lines of communication between management and employees.
• Address grievances, resolve conflicts, and manage disciplinary actions in line with company policies.
• Plan and execute employee engagement activities to improve morale and productivity.

Training & Development:

• Identify training needs and organize skill development programs for employees.
• Coordinate safety and compliance training for both permanent and contract workers in collaboration with safety teams.

Performance Management:

• Implement performance evaluation processes for both blue and white-collar employees.
• Provide guidance on goal-setting, appraisals, and career development.
• Address performance issues and ensure a fair and transparent review process.

Health, Safety, and Welfare:

• Promote and ensure a safe working environment in coordination with safety officers and plant managers.
• Implement Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) initiatives and road safety campaigns across the factory.
• Ensure the availability and proper use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols.

Employee Welfare & Benefits:

• Manage employee welfare programs, including health and insurance benefits.
• Ensure timely payment of wages and benefits to contract workers.
• Facilitate communication about benefits and welfare policies.

Education: MBA/PGDM in HR or MSW equivalent degree in Human Resources

Experience: 5-8 years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment, Pet Food industry /

FMCG/food processing industries.

Critical knowledge: Strong knowledge of labor laws, factory regulations, and HR best practices in India.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HR software and MS Office.

Key Competencies:

• Government Authorities Liaisoning
• Strong leadership skills to manage diverse teams (blue-collar, white-collar, and contract labor).
• Ability to build and maintain positive employee relations.
• A proactive approach to HR challenges and problem-solving.
• High level of integrity and commitment to employee welfare and compliance.

What’s in it for you?

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy

Community partnerships and advocacy

Persons with Disability (PwD) care

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members

Preventative healthcare support

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.

Uncapped sick leave

Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognize merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.