Manager / Sr Manager - HR & Admin (Pharma Plant HR)

Role & responsibilities

Job Summary

MSN Laboratories is looking for an experienced HR professional to lead the Plant HR & Administration function at our manufacturing facility in Patancheru. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in managing end-to-end Plant HR operations, Industrial Relations, statutory compliance, employee engagement, and administration in a manufacturing environment. Candidates with pharmaceutical manufacturing experience will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Plant HR

Lead end-to-end HR operations for the manufacturing unit.

Drive manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, confirmation, transfers, and separation processes.

Ensure smooth execution of performance management and talent development initiatives.

Drive employee engagement and retention programs.

Support organizational development and change management initiatives.

Industrial Relations (IR)

Maintain harmonious employee and workmen relations.

Handle disciplinary matters, domestic enquiries, grievance redressal, and conflict resolution.

Liaise with labour authorities and ensure compliance with labour regulations.

Support collective bargaining and union-related matters, wherever applicable.

Statutory Compliance

Ensure compliance with all applicable labour laws including:

Factories Act

Industrial Relations Code

Shops & Establishments Act

Contract Labour Act

Minimum Wages Act

Payment of Wages Act

EPF, ESI, Bonus, Gratuity and other statutory requirements

Coordinate statutory audits and inspections.

Administration

Oversee housekeeping, transport, canteen, security, guest house, and facility management.

Manage contract manpower and vendor administration.

Ensure workplace discipline, safety, and employee welfare initiatives.

HR Operations

Maintain employee records and HR MIS.

Prepare HR dashboards and monthly reports.

Coordinate internal and external HR audits.

Ensure adherence to company HR policies and SOPs.

Desired Candidate Profile

15+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing organization.

Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is highly preferred.

Strong knowledge of labour laws and statutory compliances.

Hands-on experience in Plant HR, Industrial Relations, Administration, and Employee Relations.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to independently manage the complete HR function for a manufacturing unit. .