Training & Development Manager

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PF / Mediclaim / Leave Payment

Accommodation provided

Canteen / Transport facility

Job summary

Keka Technologies Private Limited is seeking a Training & Development Manager in Maharashtra to lead the design and delivery of a comprehensive training strategy for the manufacturing workforce. You will build skill matrices, organize competency assessments and drive shop-floor capability across operators and technicians.

The role requires 8–12 years of relevant experience, with strong expertise in training needs analysis, program design and performance measurement to enable continuous

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM in HR/Training & Development or related field.
• Foundry/Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong ability to design and implement training programs and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual Training & Development plan.
• Identify Training Needs (TNI/TNA) based on competency gaps and performance.
• Develop 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, Core Shop, etc.).
• Establish and monitor OJT, classroom and practical training programs.
• Coordinate with HODs to identify critical skill gaps and improvement areas.
• Promote Kaizen, cross-functional learning and continuous improvement.
• Monitor training KPIs and prepare monthly/quarterly Training MIS reports.
• Support internal/customer audits related to competency and training records.
• Develop Train-the-Trainer programs to build internal trainer capability.

Skills

Training Need Identification

Competency Development

Skill Matrix Management

Shop-floor Training

KRA/KPI/Performance Management

Presentation & Communication

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Leadership & People Management

5S/Kaizen/Quality & Safety

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