Job Description

Manager – Industrial Relations & Administration will be responsible for managing employee relations, union coordination, and ensuring smooth plant operations.

The role focuses on maintaining positive industrial relations, handling labour laws compliance, and acting as a bridge between management and workforce.

Candidate should have strong experience in IR, union negotiations, and statutory compliance in manufacturing setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end industrial relations including union negotiations and employee grievance handling.
• Represent management in discussions with union officials and external authorities.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws including PF, ESIC, Factory Act, and other statutory requirements.
• Liaise with government authorities such as labour office, PF office, ESIC, and local administration.
• Maintain and monitor employment agreements and HR policies.
• Ensure smooth functioning of plant administration and security.
• Conduct labour cost analysis and compliance reporting.
• Act as a communication bridge between employees and management.
• Handle labour disputes, inspections, and legal matters.
• Prepare MIS reports and update management on IR activities.
• Support HR and administrative functions for plant operations.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in industrial relations and union handling.
• Sound knowledge of labour laws and factory regulations.
• Ability to manage compliance independently.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.