Role Purpose The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will act as a strategic and operational partner to the Management team at our client’s plant, driving people strategies that enable productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. The role focuses on building a skilled, compliant, and high-performing workforce aligned with the company’s growth ambitions in the paints and coatings industry. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Business Partnering Collaborate with Country Head and functional leaders to align HR initiatives with production and business goals Translate organizational HR strategy into plant-level execution plans Drive workforce productivity, cost optimization, and operational efficiency initiatives Support change management initiatives (automation, process improvements, expansion projects) Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Plan and manage manpower requirements (permanent and contract workforce) Manage onboarding programs to accelerate operational readiness Implement induction programs for new hires Lead end-to-end recruitment for plant roles (operators, technicians, quality, maintenance etc.) Ensure timely hiring aligned with production schedules and capacity expansion Build talent pipelines for critical and technical roles. Performance Management & Productivity Drive goal setting and performance management processes across plant teams Align KPIs with production targets, quality standards, and safety metrics Partner with line managers to improve team productivity and accountability Support performance improvement plans and capability enhancement HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management Oversee onboarding, confirmation, transfers, and exit processes Ensure accurate maintenance of employee records and HRMS systems Manage attendance, leave, and shift scheduling in coordination with operations Ensure smooth HR service delivery at the plant Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to local labor laws, factory regulations, and company policies Maintain statutory records and support audits and inspections Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure governance standards are met Drive compliance awareness among employees and supervisors Employee Engagement & Culture Building Drive engagement initiatives suited to plant workforce demographics Strengthen communication between management and employees Support initiatives to enhance morale, retention, and workplace satisfaction Promote company values and ethical practices on the shop floor Qualifications & Experience MBA / PGDM in Human Resources 8 years of HR experience in manufacturing / plant HR set up. Experience in paints, chemicals, or FMCG manufacturing preferred Strong exposure to HR operations, talent management, and compliance Key Competencies Strong business and operational understanding Data-driven decision-making and analytical mindset (excellent skills in MS Excel mandatory) Execution excellence and attention to detail Problem-solving and process improvement orientation Behavioral Attributes Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented High ownership and accountability Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced plant environment Additional Requirements Willingness to be based at plant location Flexibility to align with plant working hours and production cycles Familiarity with ERP/HRMS systems