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Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end hiring for both white-collar and blue-collar roles Manage sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and onboarding Build employer branding and recruitment processes suitable for a growing biotech company Ensure complete compliance with labor laws, factory acts, payroll, PF, ESIC, CLRA, Shops & Establishments, etc. Coordinate with external consultants, payroll vendors, and compliance partners Maintain employee records, documentation, contracts, and statutory registers Handle audits, inspections, and government filings related to HR Employee Lifecycle Management Handle attendance, leave management, payroll coordination, and benefits Design and implement a structured performance appraisal framework aligned with company goals Drive goal-setting, mid-cycle reviews, and annual appraisal processes Work closely with leadership to ensure fair, data-driven performance evaluations Support managers in performance feedback, improvement plans, and career development discussions Link performance outcomes to increments, incentives, and role progression Own end-to-end monthly payroll management for white-collar and blue-collar employees Ensure payroll processes are fully compliant with statutory and company policies Draft, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, SOPs, and manuals Ensure policies are practical, compliant, and aligned with company culture Drive employee engagement initiatives across office and plant teamsGood to have: Prior 10-15 years of experience in HR generalist roles, preferably in manufacturing, plant-based, biotech, pharma, or industrial setups Strong experience in both white-collar and blue-collar workforce management Solid understanding of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance Proven ability to independently manage the entire HR function Hands-on, execution-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-moving startup environment Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across levels—from shop floor to leadership Prior experience setting up HR systems from scratch is a big plus