HR Manager - Manufacturing PlantLocation: Bahia, Brazil (South-East Region)About the RoleWe are supporting a global industrial manufacturer in the establishment and ramp-up of a manufacturing plant in Bahia. This role will play a critical part in building the organization locally, ensuring strong labor compliance, and acting as a strategic HR partner to plant leadership during a high-growth phase. The HR Manager will oversee all people-related activities for the site, working closely with regional and global HR teams within a shared services model.Key ResponsibilitiesLead organizational design and team structuring to support plant start-up and scale-up.Manage end-to-end recruitment for approximately 60 hires, across both white- and blue-collar roles.Coordinate the hiring and onboarding of international employees, including visa and work permit support for expatriates.Act as the primary HR contact for labor unions, labor authorities, and external stakeholders.Ensure full compliance with Brazilian labor laws and internal HR policies.Provide day-to-day HR advisory support to plant management, including employee relations, performance management, and workforce engagement.Support cultural integration between local and international teams.Drive standardization and continuous improvement of HR systems, processes, and reporting in alignment with regional and global HR frameworks.RequirementsProven experience in a manufacturing or factory-based HR environment.Strong background as an HR Business Partner, ideally within a shared services HR model.Solid knowledge of Brazilian labor legislation and experience working with unionized workforces.Demonstrated experience managing recruitment at scale, including blue-collar hiring.Experience supporting expatriates, including visa and relocation processes.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Why JoinThis is a rare opportunity to join a global organization at a greenfield / early-stage manufacturing setup, offering significant exposure to international stakeholders and the chance to shape HR operations from the ground up.