Thinesh Kanth

HR professional with over 10+ years of experience in Human Resource Management, currently working as an Assistant Manager – HR in the IMFS sector. Experienced in HR operations, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Payroll Administration, Statutory Compliance and Training & Development. MBA in Human Resource Management with strong leadership and people management skills.

Assistant Manager HR at SOUTHERN AGRIFURANE INDUSTRIES PVT LTD – IMFS UNIT (MGM GROUP) (2022-01 – Present)

Reporting To: Unit Head & Corporate HR

• Manage end-to-end HR operations for workforce across multiple departments.
• Lead recruitment activities including manpower planning, sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.
• Coordinate performance appraisal processes and employee development initiatives.
• Administer payroll inputs, attendance management, leave records, and employee benefits.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and statutory requirements including PF, ESI, Bonus, and Gratuity.
• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Prepare HR MIS reports and provide workforce analytics to management.
• Conduct employee engagement and retention programs to improve workplace culture.
• Support organizational restructuring, policy implementation, and change management initiatives.

Senior HR Executive at SAKTHI NATURALS PVT LTD (2020-08 – 2022-01)

Reporting To: Unit Head

• Managed end-to-end recruitment for production, quality, warehouse, and support functions.
• Coordinated employee onboarding, joining formalities, and induction programs.
• Maintained employee records, personnel files, and HR documentation.
• Assisted in payroll processing and monthly attendance verification.
• Ensured compliance with PF, ESI.
• Conducted employee engagement activities and welfare programs.
• Supported performance appraisal and training initiatives.
• Screened resumes and coordinated interviews.
• Prepared offer letters, appointment letters, and HR reports.
• Maintained leave and attendance records.
• Assisted in recruitment drives and onboarding activities.
• Supported HR administration and employee communication.
• Handled employee grievances and exit formalities.

Senior HR Executive at VEL'S BISCUIT PVT LTD (2019-08 – 2020-08)

Reporting To: Manager Operations

• Managed industrial relations for a workforce comprising permanent employees and contract labour.
• Acted as the primary HR representative for interactions with recognized labour unions.
• Participated in wage negotiations, collective bargaining agreements, and long-term settlements.
• Handled employee grievances and resolved disputes through discussions with union representatives.
• Ensured compliance with labour laws, standing orders, and company policies.
• Conducted disciplinary proceedings, domestic enquiries, and corrective action processes.
• Coordinated with government labour authorities during inspections and conciliations.
• Maintained harmonious industrial relations and minimized workplace conflicts.
• Managed contract labour compliance under applicable labour regulations.
• Conducted awareness sessions on company policies, safety, and employee welfare initiatives.
• Successfully concluded wage settlement negotiations without production loss.
• Led negotiations with union representatives for annual wage revisions and employee welfare initiatives.
• Successfully handled labour disputes and conciliation proceedings before labour authorities.

HR Executive at NATIONAL POLYPLAST (I) LTD (2018-02 – 2019-07)

Reporting To: Unit Head

• Managed HR operations for PET bottle production plant with workforce of 100 employees and contract workers.
• Single headedly managed 02 Units for all HR & IR matters.
• Handled recruitment for production operators, technicians, supervisors, store, and maintenance staff.
• Managed contract labour deployment and compliance under CLRA Act.
• Ensured compliance with statutory requirements including Factory Act, PF, ESI, Bonus, Gratuity, and labour laws.
• Administered payroll processing, attendance, overtime, and shift allowance for plant workforce.
• Managed employee welfare activities, engagement programs, and safety training coordination.
• Maintained HR records, statutory registers, and ensured audit readiness.
• Coordinated with production and maintenance teams for manpower planning and shift allocation.

HR Executive at AEON FORMULATIONS PVT LTD (2016-05 – 2017-01)

Reporting To: Plant Head

• Managed end-to-end recruitment for production, quality control, R&D, and corporate functions.
• Screened resumes and scheduled interviews for multiple departments.
• Coordinated with department heads for manpower planning.
• Coordinated employee onboarding, induction, and documentation processes.
• Maintained employee records and HR databases with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assisted in payroll processing and monthly attendance management.
• Organized employee engagement activities and training programs.
• Supported performance appraisal and employee development initiatives.
• Handled employee grievances and maintained positive workplace relations.

Graduate Trainee - HR at JOHNSON LIFTS PVT LTD (2014-11 – 2016-05)

Reporting To: Unit Head

• Managed HR operations for installation, service, and maintenance workforce across multiple project sites.
• Handled recruitment of service engineers, lift technicians, supervisors and office staff.
• Coordinated deployment of field employees for installation and AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) projects.
• Managed contract labour workforce and ensured compliance under applicable labour laws.
• Administered payroll, attendance, overtime, and travel allowance for field employees.
• Ensured statutory compliance including PF, ESI, Factory Act, Bonus, and Gratuity.
• Coordinated with project managers and service heads for manpower planning.
• Maintained HR records, site-wise workforce data, and statutory documentation.
• Coordinated training programs and safety awareness sessions

MBA in HR & Marketing – S.A.Engineering College, Karayanchavadi, Chennai (2012 – 2012)

B.Sc in Information Technology – Community College, Lawspet, Puducherry (2009 – 2009)