Rainex Dave

I am a seasoned HR professional with more than 19 years of experience in the field, with a focus on administration, employee relations, industrial relations, and human resources. My passion is creating a productive workplace culture that balances operational effectiveness and employee satisfaction while promoting organizational success. I have created and put into practice HR solutions throughout my career that improve worker productivity, fortify labor relations, and guarantee regulatory compliance. I'm excellent at settling disputes, managing intricate employee relations cases, and promoting an open and cooperative atmosphere. With a strong background in industrial relations, workforce planning, and HR administration, I ensure that HR efforts are in sync with overall business objectives. My proactive problem-solving attitude and ability to handle hurdles have helped the organization develop and operate more effectively.

• Human Resource Management
• Recruitment, Resources & Development
• Managing the whole recruitment process to get the most talented individuals from all sources after manpower requirements have been determined.
• Planning HR needs in consultation with functional & operational area heads and conducting selection interviews
• Organizing and analyzing Job Analysis and Job Descriptions.
• Handling all the join-to-leave formalities of the staff.
• 5.5 years of resources and recruitment experience in the IT & Pharma industries.
• Recruitment:
• Conducted full-cycle internal and IT recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.
• Managed end-to-end recruitment processes, from onboarding to maintaining the employee database
• Increased the talent pool through targeted recruitment strategies and networking
• Developed and executed effective recruitment strategies to attract top-tier talent
• Managed end-to-end recruitment processes, from onboarding to maintaining the employee database.
• Increased the talent pool through targeted recruitment strategies and networking.
• Maintained accurate records of recruitment activities using applicant tracking systems.
• Led internal and IT recruitment efforts for key technical roles.
• Supervised a team of 5 recruitment professionals while handling individual hiring responsibilities.
• Facilitated joining formalities and conducted comprehensive onboarding processes.
• Maintained effective client communication to deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
• Identified and pursued new market opportunities through in-depth research.
• Managed employee documentation and HR records, including resumes, forms, and onboarding details.
• Oversaw internal recruitment for both IT and non-IT positions.
• Screened and sourced resumes to match job requirements effectively.
• Generated timely reports on employment activity to track recruitment progress
• Compensation & Benefits
• Developing and implementing remuneration policies, including pay packages for newly hired employees.
• Design and implement incentive programs to motivate and reward employees
• Develop and maintain company policies and procedures related to compensation, benefits, and leave management.
• Manage salary administration, including salary reviews, promotions, and performance-based bonuses
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits.
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits programs
• Promote employee engagement through effective compensation and benefits programs.
• Salary benchmarking, job evaluation, incentive plan design, benefits administration, compliance, and policy development.
• Familiarity with Indian labor laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Review existing compensation practices to identify and implement innovative and practical reward, compensation, and benefits solutions.
• HRIS systems, payroll software, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Performance Appraisal
• Identify the skills and responsibilities that align with the role and experience
• Developed and implemented performance goals aligned with company objectives
• Conducted regular performance reviews and provided constructive feedback to employees
• Identified areas for improvement and developed action plans to enhance performance
• Managed the end-to-end performance management cycle for a team of 150 employees, resulting in a 15% increase in employee engagement and a 10% reduction in turnover.
• Developed and implemented a new performance appraisal system that aligned with company goals and improved employee performance.
• Increased employee performance by X% through targeted training and coaching, reduced employee turnover by Y% by implementing a new performance management system, successfully managed the performance of a team of Z% employees
• Consistently exceeded performance expectations in the role, as evidenced by positive performance reviews and recognition for outstanding contributions
• Proactively identified areas for improvement and implemented solutions that resulted in measurable performance improvements.
• Industrial Relations/ Employee Welfare
• Ensuring resolution of employee grievances to maintain good management-employee relations.
• Exposure in framing long-term wage settlements.
• Negotiating and amicably settling disputes with the Union and maintaining discipline & harmonious working environment across all employee levels.
• Actively involved in ensuring the safety, health, and hygiene of employees & work environment.
• Ensuring welfare amenities as laid down in all Labour laws
• Labor Law Operations
• Proficient in Indian labor laws and regulations (e.g., Industrial Disputes Act, Payment of Wages Act, etc.)
• Familiar with relevant court rulings and legal precedents
• Conducted investigations and resolved labor disputes
• Maintained accurate records of employee information and labor-related documentation
• Participated in labor negotiations and collective bargaining
• Stayed up to date with changes in labor laws and regulations
• Ensured compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations.
• Managed employee relations, including handling grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures related to labor relations.
• Conducted investigations and resolved labor disputes.
• Provided guidance and support to management on labor law matters
• Coordination & Liaison work
• Liaising with the necessary bodies for stationery requirements and AMCs.
• Liaising with the necessary Govt. Bodies like Electricity, GIDC, Telecommunication, Factory Inspector, Provided Fund, ESIC, Pollution Control Board, etc.
• Maintain coordination with vendors, debtors & creditors, Labour Contractor
• Contract Management
• Finalization and development of new establishments. (Leave & License Agreement / AMC). Finalization & Management of Guest Houses & Residential Flats
• General Administration
• Managing Administrative work like Housekeeping, Repair & Maintenance, Security, Rail & Air tickets, advertisements, meetings, Stationeries, to enable smooth day-to-day operation.
• Interfacing with Travel and Logistics agents for domestic/overseas travel & carrying goods.
• Organizing local events, programs, training, and other activities.
• Timely Renewal of Insurance Vehicles, Timely Payment of Road tax, if any, for the vehicles and checking of Emission and obtaining certificates for the vehicles.
• Preparing and maintaining MIS for effective cost monitoring.
• Documentation work related to cGMP in pharmaceutical industries.
• Preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Training documentation for the Administration Department
• Housekeeping & Solution Preparation in pharmaceutical industries
• Laundry Management in Pharmaceutical Industries
• Employee Training
• Assist the QMS team with the implementation of the online training Management system
• Facilitate Functional head for TNI of new joiners and existing workforce
• Facilitate Trainers to schedule the training online as well as classroom
• Arrange a debriefing session for a closed group of trainees
• Maintain Training records through TMS and manually
• To impart training to CWs regularly and specific groups of employees identified for behavioral training
• Facilitate QMS team to prepare annual training calendar/planner in an online database

01. Successfully conducted a Domestic Inquiry in coordination with a Government Inquiry Officer at Brady & Morris Engineering Co. Ltd., ensuring due process and compliance with legal and disciplinary procedures.

02. Represented the organization in both the Gujarat High Court and Labour Court during the absence of the Department Head, effectively managing legal proceedings and documentation.

03. Collaborated with the Manager to handle an industrial strike situation, maintaining workplace discipline and minimizing disruption at Brady & Morris Engineering Co. Ltd.

04.Initiated and implemented the conversion of fixed-term and trainee employees to contractual employment to optimize workforce cost and reduce legal liability, ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws.

05. Played a key role in successfully facing EU Audits (European Union) at Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. in the years 2013, 2015, and 2017, with no major observations reported.

06. Contributed to the smooth execution of USFDA Audits at Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. in 2015 and 2017, achieving zero observations and maintaining high standards of regulatory compliance.