Head of HR, Manufacturing Thailand
Core
Oversee all HR operational activities for a manufacturing site in Thailand, ensuring compliance with local labor laws, managing employee relations, unions, and driving HR programs including L&D.
Role type
Senior HR Operations Leader (Manufacturing)
Builds
Local HR operations, compliant workforce management, and positive workplace culture for a manufacturing facility.
Domain
Manufacturing / Human Resources / Labor Law
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Labor law compliance, union relations, employee relations, HR operations management, talent acquisition, change management, conflict resolution, HRIS proficiency
Preferred skills
Master's degree in business studies, experience in unionized manufacturing settings, strategic HR partnering
Technologies
HRIS systems
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the local HR team; Partner with business leaders on workforce planning and retention; Oversee payroll, HRIS, and compliance with Thai labor laws; Manage employee relations, disputes, and labor unions; Oversee recruitment and onboarding for shopfloor roles; Champion DEI and employee well-being initiatives; Adapt regional/global HR programs to local needs.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership scope