Training & Development Manager

YASH GROUP OF INDUSTRIES; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Inc. is seeking a Training & Development Manager in Maharashtra to lead the annual training plan, identify needs, and develop competency matrices for operators and technicians.

You will design programs for new and existing staff, including contract workers, and implement skill-based modules across foundry operations. Ideal candidates have 8–12 years in foundry/manufacturing, with expertise in TNI/TNA, KPI alignment, and 5S/Kaizen practices.

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM in HR/Training & Development or MSW with engineering qualification.
• 8–12 years of experience in foundry/manufacturing with training exposure.
• Strong knowledge of TNI/TNA, competency development, and KPI/KRA alignment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual Training & Development plan based on organizational needs.
• Identify Training Needs (TNI/TNA) based on competency gaps and KRA.
• Create and maintain skill matrices and competency matrices for staff.
• Design training programs for new, existing, contract, and temporary workers.
• Develop skill-based training modules for foundry operations (melting, moulding, etc.).
• Establish and monitor on-the-job, classroom, and practical training programs.
• Maintain training records, attendance, assessment results and certification.
• Coordinate with HODs to identify critical skill gaps and drive Kaizen.

Skills

Training Need Identification

Competency Development

Skill Matrix Management

Shop-floor Training

Operator Skill Development

Presentation & Communication

MS Excel

PowerPoint

5S Kaizen Knowledge

Education

MBA / PGDM – HR / Training & Development / MSW / Relevant Engineering Qualification

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position: Training & Development Manager

Department: Human Resources / Training & Development

Experience: 8–12 Years, preferably in Foundry / Manufacturing Industry

Qualification: MBA / PGDM – HR / Training & Development / MSW / Relevant Engineering Qualification

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual Training & Development plan based on organizational and departmental requirements.
• Identify Training Needs (TNI/TNA) based on competency gaps, performance, KRA and skill requirements.
• Develop and maintain skill matrix and competency matrices for employees, operators and technicians.
• Design training programs for new employees, existing employees, contract workers and temporary workers.
• Develop skill-based training modules for Foundry operations such as:
  • Melting & Furnace Operations
  • Moulding
  • Core Shop
  • Sand Plant
  • Fettling & Shot Blasting
  • Quality & Laboratory
  • Maintenance
  • Crane & Material Handling
  • Gatecutting/Patternshop
  • Safety and Emergency Response
• Establish and monitor OJT, classroom and practical training programs.
• Develop training materials, SOP-based training modules, work instructions and evaluation questionnaires.
• Conduct skill-level assessments and competency evaluations for employees.
• Monitor effectiveness of training through post-training evaluation, skill improvement and workplace performance.
• Maintain complete training records, attendance, assessment results and competency certification.
• Develop and implement L1/L2/L3/L4 skill certification systems as applicable.
• Coordinate with HODs and Section In-Charges to identify critical skill gaps and improvement areas.
• Promote Kaizen, suggestion schemes, cross-functional learning and continuous improvement.
• Monitor training KPIs and prepare monthly / quarterly Training MIS reports.
• Support new employee induction and job-specific orientation programs.
• Ensure training compliance related to quality, safety, environment and customer requirements.
• Support internal / customer audits related to competency and training records.
• Develop internal trainers through a Train-the-Trainer (TTT) program.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Training Need Identification, Competency Development and Skill Matrix Management.
• Experience in shop-floor training and operator skill development.
• Good understanding of foundry manufacturing processes will be preferred.
• Knowledge of KRA, KPI, competency assessment and performance management.
• Good presentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, leadership and people-management skills.
• Knowledge of 5S, Kaizen, Quality and Safety systems will be an advantage.

Key Performance Areas

Training Effectiveness | Competency Development | Skill Matrix | Training Compliance | Employee Development | New Employee Training | OJT Effectiveness | Skill Certification | Training MIS | Continuous Improvement

Preferred Candidate

Candidates with experience in Foundry / Automotive / Engineering / Manufacturing Industries, particularly in shop-floor skill development and technical training, will be preferred.

Additional Benefits: PF / Mediclaim / Leave Payment

Facility: Accommodation provided free of cost

subsidiary Canteen /Transport facility

Working Shift will be 10 hrs