Hello Team, we are in the manufacturing sector and are registered under the Factories Act.
Labor Shortage in R&D Unit
We have an R&D unit for which we hire 5 to 10 laborers on a contract basis. We face many problems like a shortage of manpower because our projects are non-continuous (seasonal requirement). Can someone suggest ideas to overcome this labor shortage?
Hiring Probationers or Trainees
Also, I have come to know that we can hire a few individuals as probationers or trainees, in which case we are not required to pay PF or ESI. I need guidance on this issue.
Thanks & regards,
Keerthana Chandrasekar.
From Germany, Georgsmarienhuette
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Labor Shortage in R&D Unit
We have an R&D unit for which we hire 5 to 10 laborers on a contract basis. We face many problems like a shortage of manpower because our projects are non-continuous (seasonal requirement). Can someone suggest ideas to overcome this labor shortage?
Hiring Probationers or Trainees
Also, I have come to know that we can hire a few individuals as probationers or trainees, in which case we are not required to pay PF or ESI. I need guidance on this issue.
Thanks & regards,
Keerthana Chandrasekar.
From Germany, Georgsmarienhuette
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Fixed Term Appointment (FTA)
You have the option to appoint on a 'Fixed Term Appointment' (FTA) basis, and the appointment automatically lapses after the period is over.
Salary Considerations for Freshers
Keep the freshers on a salary of above Rs. 21,000/- per month so that both PF and ESI coverage are automatically included. Keeping contract labor or appointing on probation or training is not going to help with the statutory liability.
From India, Mumbai
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1593You have the option to appoint on a 'Fixed Term Appointment' (FTA) basis, and the appointment automatically lapses after the period is over.
Salary Considerations for Freshers
Keep the freshers on a salary of above Rs. 21,000/- per month so that both PF and ESI coverage are automatically included. Keeping contract labor or appointing on probation or training is not going to help with the statutory liability.
From India, Mumbai
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