Technical Training Department Head (Manufacturing / FMCG)

PM Consulting; Cabuyao; On-site; PHP 1,004,000 - 1,451,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting is seeking a Technical Training Department Head to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of technical training programs for manufacturing operations. You will own the training lifecycle, assess needs, design curricula, deliver interventions, and measure impact to meet operational targets.

Collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Production, manage budgets, and mentor the training team to ensure knowledge transfer, competency, and sustained performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics and Communications Engineering or related field.
• Significant experience in manufacturing operations and technical training including curriculum development and evaluation.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing structured technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Ability to assess training needs, translate operational requirements into learning programs.
• Experience managing training processes, budgets, resources, and multiple training initiatives.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of technical training strategies, programs, and processes aligned with manufacturing operations and objectives.
• Identify technical competency gaps and assess employee development needs in coordination with Operations and Support Functions.
• Oversee design, development, customization, and continuous improvement of technical training curricula and modules.
• Manage delivery of training programs using classroom, demonstrations, hands-on training, workshops, and other methods.
• Establish evaluation methods and metrics to measure training effectiveness and impact on performance.
• Collaborate with department heads and subject matter experts to ensure programs address actual manufacturing requirements.
• Develop and manage training budgets and resources, ensuring facilities and materials are used effectively.
• Lead and grow the technical training team, set performance objectives, and promote continuous improvement.
• Review and enhance training processes based on feedback and evolving business needs.
• Ensure proper documentation of training plans, attendance, assessments, results, and records.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum design

Training delivery

Program evaluation

Budget management

Stakeholder mgmt

Presentations

Facilitation

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics & Communications Eng

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time, Probationary
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

The Technical Training Department Head is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of technical training programs that support manufacturing operations and other business functions. This role oversees the entire training lifecycle, from assessing organizational training needs and designing learning curricula to delivering training interventions, evaluating effectiveness, and aligning development initiatives with operational and business objectives.

The position works closely with Operations, Engineering, Production, and other support departments to identify technical competency gaps, strengthen workforce capabilities, and ensure employees have the necessary knowledge and skills to meet manufacturing standards, productivity targets, and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Training Strategy and Management: Lead the development and implementation of technical training strategies, programs, and processes aligned with manufacturing operations and organizational objectives.
• Training Needs Assessment: Identify technical competency gaps and assess employee development needs in coordination with Operations and Support Functions.
• Curriculum Development: Oversee the design, development, customization, and continuous improvement of technical training curricula, learning materials, and training modules.
• Training Program Implementation: Manage the delivery of training programs using appropriate methods, including classroom instruction, technical demonstrations, hands-on training, workshops, and other learning interventions.
• Training Effectiveness and Evaluation: Establish evaluation methods and performance indicators to measure training effectiveness, knowledge retention, competency improvement, and impact on operational performance.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with department heads, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to ensure training programs address actual manufacturing requirements and workplace challenges.
• Training Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage training budgets, allocate resources, and ensure the effective use of training facilities, materials, equipment, and external learning providers.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the technical training team, establish performance objectives, and promote continuous improvement in training delivery and administration.
• Continuous Improvement: Review and enhance training processes, methodologies, and materials based on evaluation results, operational feedback, and evolving business needs.
• Training Standards and Documentation: Ensure proper documentation of training plans, attendance, competency assessments, evaluation results, and other relevant training records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Significant experience in manufacturing operations and technical training, including curriculum development, training delivery, presentations, and program evaluation.
• Proven experience developing, implementing, and improving structured technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to assess training needs, identify competency gaps, and translate operational requirements into effective learning programs.
• Experience managing training processes, budgets, resources, and multiple training initiatives.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to collaborate with technical experts and senior operational leaders.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, communication, analytical, and program management skills.
• Ability to evaluate training effectiveness and link learning outcomes to workforce competency and business performance.