Vice President

Job Responsibilities - 1. Strategic HR Leadership Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with plant goals (production targets, quality, compliance). Act as a key member of the plant leadership team. Ensure workforce planning aligned with manpower budgets, shift requirements, and regulatory guidelines. 2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Manage end-to-end recruitment for plant roles: production, QC, QA, engineering, warehouse, EHS, R&D support. Plan staffing for continuous shifts (24×7 operations). Build a pipeline for critical GMP/regulated roles. 3. Training & Development (GMP-focused) Oversee mandatory GMP / cGMP and SOP training programs. Ensure training compliance for regulatory audits (USFDA, EMA, MHRA, WHO, etc.). Maintain training records (LMS / manual). 4. HR Compliance, Documentation & Audits Ensure compliance with: Factories Act Drugs & Cosmetics Act requirements (HR-related documentation) GxP, data integrity, and audit requirements Local labor laws, PF/ESI, contract labor regulations Prepare HR documentation for regulatory, quality, and safety audits. 5. Employee Relations & Industrial Relations Handle worker unions (if applicable), negotiations, and grievance management. Maintain cordial IR environment; drive disciplinary procedures. Manage contract workforce through contractors in compliance with labor regulations. Conduct domestic inquiries when required. 6. Performance Management Implement PMS system tailored to manufacturing KPIs (OEE, cost, quality, compliance, safety). Drive goal setting, mid-year reviews, and annual appraisals. Facilitate leadership development for supervisors and line managers. 7. Compensation & Benefits Manage payroll, shift allowances, overtime, incentive schemes. Conduct salary benchmarking for technical roles. Ensure accuracy in statutory deductions and compliance submissions. 8. Policy Formulation & HR Systems Create and update plant-specific HR policies (leave, attendance, disciplinary, shift rosters). Implement HRIS, biometrics, and access control systems. Drive digital HR initiatives. 9. Health, Safety & Welfare Partner with EHS to implement workplace safety programs. Ensure compliance with health and safety norms. Oversee canteen, transport, medical room, and other welfare activities. 10. Culture, Engagement & Communication Build a culture of quality, safety, and teamwork. Conduct engagement activities, recognition programs, and communication sessions. Improve floor-level engagement through supervisors and HR business partners.