HR Manager – Manufacturing Plant
Location: Bahia, Brazil (South-East Region)
We are partnering with a global industrial manufacturer to support the setup and scale-up of a new manufacturing facility in Bahia. This position will be pivotal in establishing the local organization, ensuring full compliance with labor regulations, and serving as a strategic HR advisor to plant leadership throughout a rapid growth phase. The HR Manager will have end-to-end responsibility for all people-related matters at the site, collaborating closely with regional and global HR teams within a shared services framework.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead organizational design and workforce planning to support the plant's start-up and expansion phases.
* Manage full-cycle recruitment for approximately 60 positions, spanning both white- and blue-collar roles.
* Oversee the hiring and onboarding of international employees, including coordination of visas and work permits for expatriates.
* Serve as the primary HR interface with labor unions, regulatory bodies, and external partners.
* Ensure adherence to Brazilian labor legislation and internal HR policies and standards.
* Provide hands-on HR advisory support to plant leadership on employee relations, performance management, and workforce engagement.
* Facilitate cultural alignment and effective collaboration between local and international teams.
* Drive harmonization and continuous improvement of HR processes, systems, and reporting in line with regional and global HR frameworks.
Requirements
* Demonstrated HR experience within a manufacturing or plant-based environment.
* Strong track record as an HR Business Partner, preferably within a shared services model.
* In-depth knowledge of Brazilian labor laws and practical experience working with unionized labor.
* Proven capability in managing high-volume recruitment, including blue-collar hiring.
* Experience supporting expatriate populations, including visa, work authorization, and relocation processes.
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills.