Diploma Engineering Trainee

GetHyrd; Chennai District; On-site; INR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KONE in Chennai invites diploma engineering trainees to start a career in manufacturing, production, and industrial operations. The role targets candidates with a Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Production or Industrial disciplines and offers valuable shop-floor exposure.

You will learn from experienced teams while contributing to production targets, quality improvement, safety practices, productivity, and process discipline, with 0–1 year of experience and a focus on hands-on

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Production or Industrial engineering disciplines.
• 0–1 year of experience; basic knowledge of production, line assembly and quality processes.
• Understanding of safety, lean manufacturing and shop-floor operations.

Responsibilities

• Support production targets and participate in line assembly and manufacturing activities.
• Assist in quality checks, safety practices and productivity improvements.
• Learn and apply process discipline and lean principles on the shop floor.

Skills

Production basics

Quality awareness

Safety practices

Lean manufacturing

5S

Six Sigma basics

Logistics basics

Education

Diploma Mechanical

Diploma Electrical

Diploma Electronics

Diploma Production

Diploma Industrial Eng

Job description

Diploma Engineering Trainee Job Overview

Diploma Engineering Trainee opportunities are a strong starting point for diploma holders who want to build a career in manufacturing, production, quality, assembly, and industrial operations. In 2026, Chennai continues to be an important employment hub for engineering, automotive, industrial equipment, electronics, and manufacturing companies. For candidates with a Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Production, Industrial, or related engineering disciplines, trainee roles can provide valuable shop-floor exposure and practical skills. This opportunity is associated with KONE and is based in Chennai. The role is suitable for candidates with 0–1 years of experience who have basic knowledge of production, line assembly, quality, manufacturing processes, safety, lean manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, logistics, and supply chain operations. A Diploma Engineering Trainee can learn directly from experienced teams while contributing to production targets, quality improvement, safety practices, productivity, and process discipline. Freshers can use this role to gain industry experience, while candidates with limited experience can strengthen their manufacturing skills.

The Diploma Engineering Trainee position is focused on practical manufacturing and operational activities. Candidates may work around production lines, assembly operations, quality processes, manufacturing equipment, and related industrial activities.

Job Details

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