Human Resources Manager, Aluva

HR Manager– Manufacturing (Kochi / Muvatupuzha) Experience: 8–12 Years Role Summary We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead end-to-end HR operations in a manufacturing setup. The role demands strong expertise in payroll, statutory compliance, and shop-floor workforce management. The ideal candidate will ensure smooth HR functioning while maintaining compliance with Indian labour laws and fostering strong employee relations.About Prime Ideas Prime Ideas is a specialized recruitment and HR consulting partner focused on delivering high-quality talent solutions across manufacturing, engineering, and healthcare sectors. We work closely with organizations to identify leadership talent that drives operational excellence and sustainable growth.Key Responsibilities HR Operations&Administration· Manage complete employee lifecycle (onboarding to exit) · Maintain HR records, attendance, and documentation systems · Implement and enforce HR policies aligned with organizational and legal standards Payroll&Statutory Compliance· Handle end-to-end payroll processing · Ensure compliance with PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity, Bonus, and other statutory requirements · Manage monthly/annual filings and returns within deadlines · Coordinate internal and external audits related to payroll and complianceLabor Law Compliance· Ensure compliance with Factory Act, Shops&Establishment Act, and other applicable laws· Liaise with labor officers, inspectors, and government authorities · Maintain audit readiness for statutory inspections Employee Relations · Manage shop-floor employee relations and grievance handling · Drive industrial harmony and conflict resolution· Support disciplinary actions as per policies · Implement employee engagement initiatives Recruitment&Workforce Planning· Manage recruitment for both shop-floor and staff positions · Coordinate manpower planning with department heads Performance&HR Development· Support appraisal and performance review processes · Facilitate training and skill development programs Key Skills&Competencies· Strong expertise in labour laws and statutory compliance · Hands-on experience in payroll systems and HR operations · Exposure to factory/shop-floor workforce management · Strong communication and conflict resolution skills · Ability to interact with government bodies and inspectorsQualification· MBA / MSW in HR or equivalent · Additional certification in labour laws (preferred) Preferred Profile · Experience in mid-sized manufacturing environments · Strong exposure to shop-floor HR operations · Stable career progression with consistent growthInterested candidates may apply here or email their resume to [HIDDEN TEXT] Please mention the job title 'HR Manager' as the subject line. Our recruitment team will reach out to shortlisted candidates for a confidential discussion.