Arul Arasu
Tirunelveli
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Management Professional experienced in designing and executing diverse HR initiatives, including talent acquisition, development, and employee relations. Demonstrated analytical thinking and innovative problem-solving skills to enhance organizational policies and performance management systems. Committed to fostering a meritocratic environment that supports self-development and adapts effectively to change.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
AGM – Human Resources & General Administration
SATRAC ENGINEERING PVT. LTD.
07.2025 - 05.2026
- Leading the end-to-end HR & GA establishment for a greenfield manufacturing facility.
- Designed and implemented HR policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks aligned with statutory and business requirements.
- Partnered with leadership on manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, and organizational structuring to align workforce with business goals.
- Successfully established HR systems and statutory readiness prior to plant operations.
- Cultivated a culture of discipline, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Building a culture focused on discipline, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Designed and rolled out a structured induction and onboarding framework for shop floor and staff employees.
- Established strong relationships with local authorities and community stakeholders to facilitate seamless project execution.
- Greenfield Manufacturing Project
Senior Manager – HR & GA
NIPPON STEEL CHEMICAL & MATERIAL INDIA Pvt. Ltd
04.2020 - 06.2025
- Managed end-to-end recruitment activities including manpower planning, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer management, and onboarding.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify manpower requirements and ensure timely fulfillment of critical positions.
- Enhanced hiring processes by implementing improved screening mechanisms and robust recruitment controls, resulting in higher quality candidate selection.
- Administered the Performance Management System (PMS), including goal setting, performance reviews, appraisal cycles, performance calibration, and increment recommendations.
- Conducted Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and developed annual training calendars to enhance employee competencies and organizational effectiveness.
- Maintained harmonious employee and industrial relations through proactive grievance handling, counseling, and disciplinary management.
- Represented the organization in labor disputes, conciliations, and legal proceedings before labor authorities and courts.
- Successfully defended a labor termination case under the Industrial Disputes Act before the Labor Court, Kancheepuram, preventing reinstatement and back-wages liabilities.
- Established preventive Industrial Relations (IR) controls by creating SOPs and strengthening hiring and background verification processes, leading to improved employee compliance and discipline.
- Strengthened employee relations through transparent communication, policy awareness initiatives, and structured employee engagement programs.
- Managed payroll administration, compensation structures, employee benefits, statutory deductions, and welfare programs.
- Ensured timely processing of full and final settlements, leave encashment, reimbursements, and employee benefit administration.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable labor laws, Factory Act requirements, and statutory regulations.
- Coordinated with government authorities including the Labour Department, Inspector of Factories, PF, ESI, Pollution Control Board (PCB), and other regulatory agencies.
- Maintained statutory records, registers, returns, licenses, and audit documentation.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture through structured communication forums, employee engagement programs, and transparent HR policies.
- Organized employee welfare initiatives, annual functions, cultural events, sports activities, and recognition programs.
- Implemented retention initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and organizational commitment.
- Crafted and executed HR strategies aligned with business objectives, fostering organizational growth and enhancing workforce engagement.
- Provided HR analytics, workforce insights, and decision support to senior management through HR metrics and MIS reporting.
- Acted as a trusted HR business partner, supporting leadership in organizational development, workforce planning, and changing management initiatives.
- Managed general administration functions including facilities, security, housekeeping, transportation, vendor management, and workplace infrastructure.
- Led 5S implementation and workplace discipline initiatives to improve operational efficiency, safety, and productivity.
- Ensured compliance with labor regulations and company standards for all contract workforce operations.
Manager – HR & ADMIN
KUSAKABE INDIA Pvt Ltd
Sri City-Tada-Factory
01.2015 - 02.2020
- Partnered with leadership team to align HR strategies with business objectives and organizational growth plans.
- Provided strategic guidance on workforce planning, organizational development, talent management, and employee retention initiatives.
- Prepared and presented HR dashboards and workforce analytics to inform management decision-making and enhance strategic planning.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment activities, streamlining manpower planning, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding processes.
- Administered the Performance Management System (PMS), including goal setting, performance reviews, appraisal cycles, and increment recommendations.
- Conducted Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and implemented training calendars, aligning employee development initiatives with organizational capability goals.
- Facilitated leadership development, technical training, and employee skill enhancement programs.
- Maintained harmonious employee and industrial relations through proactive grievance handling, counseling, and disciplinary management.
- Acted as a key interface between management and employees to foster a positive and productive work environment.
- Supported employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, annual functions, sports events, staff outings, and cultural celebrations.
- Managed payroll administration, ensuring accurate salary processing, statutory deductions, and compliance with payroll regulations.
- Oversaw full and final settlements, reimbursements, leave administration, and employee benefits processes.
- Ensured compliance with labour laws and statutory requirements by coordinating with the Inspector of Factories, Labour Department, PF, ESI, Pollution Control Board (PCB), and other regulatory authorities.
- Managed contract labour operations, contractor compliance, statutory adherence, and contractor bill processing.
- Implemented and monitored HR policies, employee handbooks, and organizational procedures.
- Managed general administration functions including facilities, security, housekeeping, transport, and canteen management.
- Implemented and trained employees on 5S workplace management practices to improve safety, housekeeping, and operational efficiency.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives to enhance employee productivity and workplace effectiveness.
Junior Manager – HR & ADMIN
BRIDGESTONE INDIA AUTOMOTIVE Pvt LTD
Chennai – Oragadam – Factory
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Coordinated recruitment and onboarding processes, streamlining employee documentation for smoother integration.
- Handled payroll inputs, compensation, benefits, and employee welfare activities.
- Maintained statutory compliance by coordinating with Labour Department, PF, ESI, Factory Inspectorate, Pollution Control Board, and other government authorities.
- Managed employee relations, grievance handling, disciplinary actions, counseling, and domestic enquiries.
- Acted as management representative during domestic enquiries, from charge-sheeting to final reporting.
- Ensured healthy industrial relations and resolved employee issues amicably.
- Planned and executed employee engagement programs and welfare activities, fostering a positive workplace culture through annual events, team outings, and communication meetings.
Senior Executive – Human Resources / Industrial Relation Dept
NVH INDIA AUTO PARTS PVT LIMITED
Chennai – Sriperumbudur – Factory
08.2007 - 10.2012
- Managed end-to-end HR Generalist functions including Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Payroll Administration, Employee Engagement, Training & Development, and HR Operations.
- Ensured factory compliance with Labour Laws, Factories Act, PF, ESI, Professional Tax, Labour Welfare Fund, and related regulations.
- Handled factory statutory compliance under various Labour Laws, Factories Act, PF, ESI, Professional Tax, Labour Welfare Fund, and related regulations.
- Coordinated license applications, renewals, statutory registers, and timely submission of statutory returns.
- Maintained employee databases, personnel records, and HR documentation while ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
- Managed payroll inputs, attendance administration, salary processing, employee benefits, and statutory remittances.
- Executed employee engagement and retention initiatives, including annual events, sports activities, medical camps, and recognition programs to enhance workplace culture.
- Oversaw payroll processing, attendance management, employee benefits, and statutory remittances to ensure timely and accurate employee compensation.
- Collaborated with statutory committees, management, employees, contractors, and government authorities to ensure smooth HR and IR operations.
Executive – Human Resources
NEEL INDUSTRIES PRIVATE LIMITED
Chennai – Factory
07.2006 - 08.2007
- Managed recruitment, attendance, payroll, and ensured statutory compliance to support organizational operations.
- Handled employee engagement initiatives, facilitated training programs, and managed general administration to enhance workplace culture.
- Maintained statutory registers and ensured timely labour law submissions.
- Oversaw contract labour management and implemented welfare functions to promote employee well-being.
Executive – Human Resources
ARVIND REMEDIES LIMITED
Chennai
08.2004 - 06.2006
- Managed HR and factory functions to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Oversaw recruitment and wage administration to maintain compliance with statutory regulations.
- Administered payroll, overtime, and statutory returns.
- Coordinated contract labour operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with regulations. and general HR administration.
Education
MLM (Masters in Labour Management) -
Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies
Chennai04-2004
Bachelors of Labour Management -
Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies
Chennai04-2002
Skills
Strategic Human Resource Management
Talent acquisition
Performance management
Employee Relations (ER)
Grievance management
Employee engagement
HR policy development
Compensation & Benefits
Labour compliance
Industrial Relations (IR)
Organization Development (OD)
Operational Excellence
Business partnership
Stakeholder Management
Team leadership
Learning development
POSH compliance
Timeline
AGM – Human Resources & General Administration
SATRAC ENGINEERING PVT. LTD.
07.2025 - 05.2026
Senior Manager – HR & GA
NIPPON STEEL CHEMICAL & MATERIAL INDIA Pvt. Ltd
04.2020 - 06.2025
Manager – HR & ADMIN
KUSAKABE INDIA Pvt Ltd
01.2015 - 02.2020
Junior Manager – HR & ADMIN
BRIDGESTONE INDIA AUTOMOTIVE Pvt LTD
10.2012 - 12.2014
Senior Executive – Human Resources / Industrial Relation Dept
NVH INDIA AUTO PARTS PVT LIMITED
08.2007 - 10.2012
Executive – Human Resources
NEEL INDUSTRIES PRIVATE LIMITED
07.2006 - 08.2007
Executive – Human Resources
ARVIND REMEDIES LIMITED
08.2004 - 06.2006
MLM (Masters in Labour Management) -
Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies
Bachelors of Labour Management -
Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies
PERSONAL PROFILE
- Age & Date of Birth: 03-10-1978
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
- Native place: Tirunelveli
- Regards Arul Arasu. A