DigitalHRMS (HRMS & HR Payroll Software)
Sneha Wadke
Human Resources
Pune,MH
Summary
Dynamic HR leader with 14+ years of experience building and transforming HR functions across manufacturing, engineering, and startup environments. Combines deep expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, statutory compliance, and employee relations with a proven ability to scale organizations — from implementing a company's first IATF audit framework to driving 3x headcount growth at a high-growth startup. Experienced in coaching senior leaders, designing KRA-based performance systems, digitizing HR processes, and managing multi-site, multi-function workforces. Brings a rare blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution — consistently delivering people programs that improve retention, strengthen culture, and align human capital with business goals
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Assistant General Manager - Human Resource
M-TEK Engineers
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Spearheaded the HR function for a 500+ employee manufacturing organization, overseeing end-to-end operations across recruitment, compliance, L&D, and performance management.
- Coached 20–25 line managers on structured performance conversations, feedback frameworks, and appraisal best practices, building a performance-driven culture across all departments.
- Formulated and implemented 6–10 HR policies (leave management, code of conduct, grievance redressal, performance review) aligned with labor law and organizational governance requirements.
- Led the organization's first-ever IATF/VDA audit, single-handedly built the base HR documentation framework from scratch, achieving zero non-conformances at the audit.
- Maintained an average time-to-hire of 30–45 days across technical and managerial roles by building structured recruitment pipelines, JD frameworks, and vendor networks.
- Digitized HR processes (attendance, leave, appraisal) for a workforce of 500+, reducing manual effort, and improving data accuracy for payroll and compliance reporting.
- Assessed training needs, designed L&D frameworks, and executed technical and behavioral training programs for over 100 employees annually; supervised HR executives and admin staff, providing performance coaching and guidance.
- Acted as HR Business Partner to senior leadership, driving succession planning, capability building, disciplinary actions, grievance redressal, and alignment of human capital strategy with long-term organizational goals.
Sr. Manager HR
TRICHEMIE Plant Engineering Solutions Private Limited, Pune
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Recruited over 100 employees in 10 months across multiple sites and functions (operations, engineering, sales, and support) — scaling the organization from 50 to over 150 employees, a 3x workforce growth, within a single year.
- Built structured hiring pipelines from scratch to support rapid multi-site expansion, maintaining quality-of-hire benchmarks, while managing high-volume recruitment demands simultaneously.
- Revised and implemented a comprehensive HR policy framework covering onboarding, attendance, leave, and code of conduct, replacing informal practices with structured, compliant people processes.
- Established compliant HR infrastructure from the ground up, including statutory registrations, payroll setup, and employee records, to support multi-site operations across the organization.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensation reviews, and appraisal cycles to maintain consistent, fair, and compliant staffing and rewards practices across the growing workforce.
- Designed and launched employee engagement initiatives for a diverse, multi-location workforce, contributing to early-stage retention and culture-building at a high-growth startup.
Senior Manager - HR And Admin
Ecomak Systems Private Limited
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Headed the HR and Admin function for a 50–100 employee engineering company, managing end-to-end HR operations, including talent acquisition, payroll, compliance, and employee relations.
- Managed monthly payroll of ₹20–30 lakhs for 60 employees, with 100% statutory compliance across PF, ESIC, PT, and TDS.
- Implemented DigitalHRMS — digitizing attendance, leave, and performance appraisal processes, replacing manual workflows, and improving data accuracy across the organization.
- Introduced a KRA-based, quantifiable performance management system from scratch, replacing subjective evaluations with structured appraisal cycles, and measurable goal-setting for all employees.
- Designed and executed a structured onboarding process and annual appraisal cycle, bringing consistency and compliance to people processes that were previously unstructured.
- Championed and secured management approval for an alternate Saturday-off policy — a visible work-life balance initiative that improved employee satisfaction and contributed to a positive workplace culture.
- Drove employee engagement through an annual engagement calendar with a pre-approved budget, ensuring consistent, planned engagement activities throughout the year rather than ad hoc efforts.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment of 10–25 hires across functions within a 9-month tenure, supporting the organization's growth objectives through targeted talent acquisition.
Manager HR & Admin
AESSEAL India Pvt Ltd., Pune
07.2010 - 08.2016
- Headed the HR and Admin function for AESSEAL India, a global mechanical seal manufacturer, managing a workforce of 100 to 200 employees across a five-year tenure.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment of 10 to 25 hires per year across engineering, operations, and corporate functions; built structured onboarding and exit processes, ensuring compliance and a consistent employee experience.
- Delivered L&D programs with annual coverage of 150+ employees, spanning technical upskilling, safety, compliance, and behavioral development; cross-trained employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Cleared 7+ ISO/OHSAS audits (recertification and surveillance) over tenure with zero major non-conformances through rigorous HR documentation and compliance practices.
- Achieved a 5–15% reduction in attrition through structured engagement programs, a rewards and recognition framework, timely grievance redressal, and strengthened manager-employee communication channels.
- Implemented HRMS to digitize attendance, leave, and performance appraisal, reducing manual processing time and improving data accuracy for the organization.
- Conducted the annual performance appraisal and compensation review cycle for the India workforce; supported salary benchmarking aligned with global AESSEAL standards, and established clear performance goals with structured feedback for all employees.
- Resolved employee conflicts and grievances through active listening, improved safety procedures, and ensured statutory compliance with Labour Laws, Standing Orders, and the Factory Act.
- Built a strong organizational culture centered on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning, including facilitating team brainstorming sessions that generated practical solutions for long-standing operational challenges.
ER Executive
Thermax Ltd., Pune
07.2010 - 08.2016
- Managed employee relations, training and development, and welfare for a blue-collar workforce of 500 to 1,000 employees at Thermax Ltd., one of India's leading energy and environment solutions companies.
- Coordinated 20–40 training programs annually, covering skill upgradation, cross-training, apprentice development, and outbound training — building a structured capacity development pipeline for shop-floor employees.
- Served as Departmental ISO Coordinator, supporting 5+ audits per year through documentation management, audit preparedness, and compliance tracking across the HR and ER functions.
- Designed and managed comprehensive employee welfare programs, including medical camps, family welfare schemes, loan schemes, canteen, transport, sports events, festival celebrations, community center, and hospital visits — fostering strong employee-management relationships across the workforce.
- Handled individual and union grievances through structured weekly forums and open meetings, ensuring timely redressal, and maintaining harmonious industrial relations on the shop floor.
- Participated in the organization's Long Term Settlement (LTS) process, gaining early-career exposure to union negotiations, wage settlements, and industrial relations documentation at one of India's largest manufacturing companies.
- Prepared and managed the annual HR budget of ₹15–20 lakhs, covering training programs and employee welfare activities; implemented performance management and policy frameworks across the blue-collar workforce.
Education
PG Diploma - Human Resources Development
Sinhgad Institute of Business Administration And Research
Pune 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computers
Pune Vidyarthi Gruha's College of Science
Pune 04.2001 -
Skills
Core HR Competencies
HR Business Partnering (HRBP), Talent Management, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Organizational Development, Change Management, HR Strategy & Consulting, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding & Offboarding
Leadership & People Development
Manager Coaching & Enablement, Learning & Development (L&D), Leadership Development, Capability Building, Feedback Culture, Mentoring & Coaching, Team Effectiveness
Data & Analytics
HR Analytics & Metrics, Workforce Analytics, Data-Driven Decision Making, HR Dashboard Reporting, Attrition Analysis, Headcount Planning, HR MIS Reporting
Compliance & Policy
Labour Law Compliance, Statutory Compliance, Policy Formulation & Governance, HR Audits, Grievance Redressal, POSH Compliance, Employment Law
Culture & Engagement
Employee Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), Culture Building, Employee Experience, Rewards & Recognition, Employer Branding, Retention Strategy
Software
Microsoft office (Productivity & Collaboration Tools)
Saral PayPack (HRMS & HR Payroll Software)
Naukricom (Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Platforms)
LinkedIn (Premium) (Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Platforms)
Glassdoor (Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Platforms)
IIMJobs (Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Platforms)
EPFO / ESIC Portals(Compliance)
AuthBridge (Background Verification)
Reliable Verify (Background Verification)
Microsoft Teams (Productivity & Collaboration Tools)
Zoom (Productivity & Collaboration Tools)
Certification
Internal Auditor of OHSAS &ISO
Timeline
Assistant General Manager - Human Resource
M-TEK Engineers
03.2025 - 11.2025
Sr. Manager HR
TRICHEMIE Plant Engineering Solutions Private Limited, Pune
01.2024 - 11.2024
Senior Manager - HR And Admin
Ecomak Systems Private Limited
04.2023 - 12.2023
Manager HR & Admin
AESSEAL India Pvt Ltd., Pune
07.2010 - 08.2016
ER Executive
Thermax Ltd., Pune
07.2010 - 08.2016
PG Diploma - Human Resources Development
Sinhgad Institute of Business Administration And Research
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computers
Pune Vidyarthi Gruha's College of Science
04.2001 -