Manufacturing Trainee

Michelin Americas Research; Chennai; On-site; INR 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelin Americas Research in Tamil Nadu, Chennai, seeks a Manufacturing Trainee to join a structured on‑the‑job training program across Production, Quality and Maintenance. The role involves working in rotational shifts (A, B and C) and hands‑on exposure to plant operations and systems.

You will rotate across departments, support daily operations, participate in inspections and maintenance activities, and adhere to safety and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Production or related discipline.
• Freshers or up to 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support day‑to‑day operations in the assigned department as per the rotation plan.
• Assist in production activities, process monitoring and achieving shift targets.
• Support quality checks, inspections, sampling and documentation to ensure product conformity.
• Assist in preventive and breakdown maintenance activities and equipment upkeep.
• Follow SOPs, safety guidelines, 5S and company policies at all times.
• Maintain accurate shift reports, logs and records.
• Participate in training sessions, improvement activities and shift handovers.
• Report any abnormalities, safety hazards or quality issues promptly.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial / Production

Job description

Job Description:

Manufacturing Trainee

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Role Summary

The trainee will undergo structured on-the-job training across Production, Quality and Maintenance departments, gaining hands‑on exposure to plant operations, processes and systems. The role requires working in rotational shifts (A, B and C).

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and support day‑to‑day operations in the assigned department as per the rotation plan.
• Assist in production activities, process monitoring and achieving shift targets.
• Support quality checks, inspections, sampling and documentation to ensure product conformity.
• Assist in preventive and breakdown maintenance activities and equipment upkeep.
• Follow SOPs, safety guidelines, 5S and company policies at all times.
• Maintain accurate shift reports, logs and records.
• Participate in training sessions, improvement activities and shift handovers.
• Report any abnormalities, safety hazards or quality issues promptly.

Qualifications & Eligibility

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Production or a related discipline.
• Freshers or up to 1 year of experience.

Skills & Attributes

• Basic technical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Discipline, punctuality and attention to detail.
• Adaptability to work in a plant environment.

Working Conditions

• Rotational 3‑shift schedule (including night shifts) and shop‑floor working.
• Willingness to rotate across departments as per training plan.
• Compliance with PPE and safety norms.