Mgr, Technical Training (Batu Kawan)

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Batu Kawan, Malaysia, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Training Manager to lead technical training across its global operations. You will direct course design, certification programs, and talent development for operators, technicians, engineers, and supervisors.

The role requires strong leadership, 8+ years in technical training within high-tech manufacturing, and proficiency with SAP or similar production systems.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of technical training experience in high-tech manufacturing.
• Technical training leadership and program management.
• Experience with SAP or production systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan design of training courses and support documents for programs.
• Lead development and continuous improvement of technical training and certification programs.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Operations to identify needs and support NPI and production ramp-ups.
• Manage training systems, records, and metrics to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Deploy globally aligned training standards, processes, KPIs, and records management.

Skills

Semiconductor knowledge

Manufacturing experience

SAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.
Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy.
We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.
The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.
Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Mgr, Technical Training (Batu Kawan)

Date: Aug 18, 2026

Location: Batu Kawan, Penang, MY

Worker Category: On-site

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

• Lam’s Manufacturing Training Manager collaborates across functiona teams, shares knowledgeand enjoys creating processes to ensure an enhanced learner experience.
• Success in the rolerequires strong technical leadership, program management and organizational skills; being self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to seek answers and drive solutions; and the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships at all levels.
• In this role, you and your team will coordinate and deliver technical training content to new and existing Lam Manufacturing employees.
• You will have an opportunity to combine a passion for training with leading and developing a diverse team that focuses on training delivery and program management.
• You will lead the development of the Manufacturing Training Team local execution strategy and contribute to creating alignment with global strategies.
• The successful candidate is an experienced technical training manager with proven good trackrecords on technical training onboarding and upskilling programs.
• In addition, candidates must possess excellent communication and collaboration skills, have a passion for learning, and be committed to developing and retaining top training delivery and program management.

What you’ll do

• Directs the activities of employee training in the operation of company products by planning course design and support all relevant documentation.
• Ensures training programs meet company objectives and maintains communication with stakeholders to ensure effectiveness of training.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of technical training and certification programs to build workforce capability across manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to identify training needs, close skill gaps, and support new product introduction (NPI), production ramp-ups,and operational excellence initiatives.
• Act as a strategic partner with manufacturing leadership to ensure learning solutions are in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Manage training systems, records, learning management tools, and training effectiveness metrics to ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and audit readiness.
• Deploy and execute globally aligned training standards, processes, KPIs, and records management strategies for training department.
• Proactively ensure the coordination of training delivery and that the team is adequately staffed for uninterrupted execution especially during hiring ramps.
• Establish and maintain role-based competency frameworks, skills matrices, qualification standards, and recertification requirements for operators, technicians, engineers, and supervisors.

Who we’re looking for

• Strong demonstration of technical knowledge in semiconductor industry and in the role for minimum 8 years.
• Success in this role requires being action-oriented and customer-focused, adjusting to changing priorities, and working independently while maintaining a high degree of accountability and accuracy of work.
• Additional skills and experience beneficial for this role include experience supporting manufacturing environments, knowledge of SAP or other production systems.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, relevant experience is required with 8-10 years of technical training experience within a high-tech manufacturing environment.
• Instructional design experience with deep understanding of learning and development principles and methodologies.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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