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Chirag Barot
Vdodara
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Result-oriented and strategically driven HR & Administration professional with over 13 years of extensive experience specializing in Industrial Relations (IR), Employee Relations (ER), Factory Administration, and Statutory Compliance. Proven track record of managing massive workforce operations (up to 2,400+ employees) across manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and green energy sectors. Adept at navigating complex labor landscapes, executing large-scale greenfield projects, managing government liaisoning, and successfully clearing stringent international audits (USFDA, EU, Walmart). Recognized for driving operational efficiency, building robust vendor ecosystems, and fostering harmonious workplace cultures.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager – Administration
F S Green Energies Ltd.
Karjan
07.2024 - Current
- Successfully spearheaded administrative and compliance operations for Phase 1 of a 5 GW Solar Module project; currently driving the administration for a new Solar 2 GW Cell Manufacturing facility.
- Direct an administrative team including an Assistant Manager, 3 Senior Executives, 2 Admin Officers, and supporting staff.
- Manage a massive workforce of 1,600 blue-collar and 800 white-collar employees.
- Coordinated with local and government bodies during critical project phases, achieving zero government queries, regulatory interferences, and man-hour losses.
- Developed and implemented cost-effective cloud canteen operation servicing over 2,000 personnel daily while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed food, safety, accommodation, and transportation within strict budgets.
- Managed accident investigations, facilitated healthcare drives, coordinated hospital/injury matters, and led company CSR initiatives.
Assistant Manager - Administration
Apicore Pharmaceuticals
Padra
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Led management of 300 blue-collar and 200 white-collar employees, ensuring alignment with organizational goals through direct reporting to CHRO.
- Resolved community disputes with neighboring farmers, preventing operational disruptions and maintaining continuous manufacturing activities.
- Coordinated employee engagement, employee relations, and local bodies liaisoning while managing end-to-end facilities, including security, canteen, transportation, pest control, horticulture, hotel & accommodation, travel desk, and vendor management, clearing long-pending vendor backlogs.
Senior Executive
BDR Pharmaceuticals & BDR Life Sciences
Padra
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Directed operations for two plants, managing 600 blue-collar and 300 white-collar employees to ensure efficient workflows and production standards.
- Successfully cleared prestigious EU Audits and Primary USFDA Audits through meticulous adherence to international workplace standards and statutory compliances.
- Formulated and implemented plant policies while overseeing financial budgeting, scrap-yard operations, procurement, store management, and corporate guest houses for optimized resource allocation.
- Spearheaded employee welfare initiatives, organizing healthcare check-up camps and launching the first corporate cricket tournament for pharma companies in Vadodara to enhance team engagement.
Associate - Employee Relations (ER)
Hero MotoCorp.
Halol
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Spearheaded recruitment for FTE and apprentices, overseeing background documentation, compliance audits, and local government communications.
- Managed shop-floor strength of 1,000 blue-collar employees, ensuring effective workforce engagement and adherence to operational standards.
- Handled shift-wise manpower deployment, minimizing workforce shortages in alignment with daily production planning.
- Managed end-to-end contract workforce payroll.
Senior Executive – HR & Admin
Yash Highvoltage Pvt. Ltd.
Savli
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Managed 120 blue-collar and 170 white-collar employees, directly supporting MD and Operations Head in achieving operational goals.
- Led HRMS implementation, achieving complete digitization of attendance, leave, and employee records using FactoHR software.
- Drafted and implemented corporate policies for Payroll, Leave, Transportation, and Corporate Accommodation, enhancing operational compliance and employee satisfaction.
- Developed and launched the plant's first fully functional canteen facility.
- Introduced an Employee Child Scholarship Program, significantly reducing worker grievances while boosting plant productivity.
- Facilitated communication with government bodies, local authorities, and community stakeholders to align project goals.
Program Administrator – NLEP
Gujarat Health & Family Welfare Department.
Padra
10.2013 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with Taluka Health Department staff (staff nurses, health workers, sanitary inspectors) to enhance the implementation of the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP).
- Executed intense, targeted district-level survey activities to bring the prevailing leprosy rate below 1, aligned with the government's target to eradicate leprosy from Gujarat.
- Managed patient counselling and organized district/taluka medical camps while overseeing district office payroll, accounts, and official audits.
HR Officer
Jewel Consumer Care.
Padra
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Oversaw 500 blue-collar and 200 white-collar employees, ensuring compliance with HR policies and enhancing workforce engagement.
- Successfully cleared the Walmart Compliance Audit and drove plant-wide 5S Implementation.
- Digitalized contractual worker attendance and organized local village festival celebrations, strengthening community relations and fostering employee morale.
Education
Diploma in Labour Laws Practice -
04-2014
Master of Social Work -
04-2012
Bachelor of Commerce -
04-2010
Executive Certification: Leadership Skills -
Skills
- Statutory Compliance & Audits: Labor Law Compliance, Contract Labor Management, USFDA, EU, and Walmart Audit Readiness
- Industrial & Employee Relations: Dispute Resolution, Union Assistance, Grievance Redressal, Shop-floor Discipline, Disciplinary Proceedings,
- Project & Vendor Management: Greenfield Site Admin, Budgeting, Procurement, Cost Optimization, Contractor Onboarding
- Factory Administration: Security, Canteen & Cloud Kitchen Operations, Corporate Hospitality, Transport, and Facilities Management, Pest control
- Liaisoning & Public Relations: Strategic Liaisoning with Government Bodies, Local Authorities, and Community Stakeholders
Professional Highlights
- Promoted twice during career based on performance.
- Managed workforce of 2,400+ employees across manufacturing and pharma sectors.
- Successfully supported 5 GW Solar Module Greenfield Project and 2 GW Cell Manufacturing Project.
- Cleared USFDA, EU and Walmart audits.
- Maintained zero man-hour loss and zero government interference during critical project execution.
- Led labour contractors, statutory compliance and employee relations across multiple industries.
Technical Skills
FactoHR, Matrix COSEC, SAP, Shanti ERP, CWMS (Contract Workforce Management System)
Education Certifications
- Diploma in Labour Laws Practice (D.L.P.), M.S. University, Vadodara, 2014
- Master of Social Work (MSW), S.P. University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, 2012
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), M.S. University, Vadodara, 2010
- Executive Certification: Leadership Skills, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)
Languages Known
- English
- Hindi
- Gujarati
Hobbies and Interests
- Team Bonding & Mentorship
- Corporate Event Management
- Fitness Activities
Timeline
Manager – Administration - F S Green Energies Ltd.
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager - Administration - Apicore Pharmaceuticals
10.2023 - 07.2024
Senior Executive - BDR Pharmaceuticals & BDR Life Sciences
02.2023 - 08.2023
Associate - Employee Relations (ER) - Hero MotoCorp.
10.2022 - 02.2023
Senior Executive – HR & Admin - Yash Highvoltage Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 10.2022
Program Administrator – NLEP - Gujarat Health & Family Welfare Department.
10.2013 - 05.2019
HR Officer - Jewel Consumer Care.
09.2012 - 09.2013
M.S. University - Diploma in Labour Laws Practice,
S.P. University - Master of Social Work,
M.S. University - Bachelor of Commerce,
Indian Institute of Management - Executive Certification: Leadership Skills,