Manager, Training & Development (HVAC Manufacturing)

Job Description – Manager, Training & Development (HVAC Manufacturing) Department: Factory Operations Location: Manufacturing Facility – Sricity Language : Telugu Mandatory 1. Job Purpose To develop and manage training and skill development programmes for factory employees and contractors, ensuring that operators, technicians, supervisors and engineers have the required technical skills to meet manufacturing requirements. The role will focus on improving workforce capabilities, productivity, quality and safety through structured training, skill assessments and competency development. 2. Key Roles & Responsibilities 1. Technical & Manufacturing Training Develop and conduct technical training programmes for HVAC manufacturing processes, including Chillers, VRF and other HVAC products. Train operators on assembly, brazing, piping, electrical wiring, refrigeration and testing processes. Coordinate with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to identify training requirements. 2. Skill Assessment & Competency Management Develop and maintain skill matrices for direct and indirect employees and contract workmen. Conduct technical skill assessments of candidates during recruitment interviews in coordination with the respective functional teams. Establish practical and theoretical assessment methods to evaluate candidates' technical capabilities before selection. Conduct skill assessments during employee confirmation to ensure the required competency level is achieved. Assess contractor workforce skills before deployment to critical manufacturing operations. Identify skill gaps and prepare development plans to address them. Establish operator skill levels and certification programmes. Develop multi-skilled operators to improve workforce flexibility. 3. Quality & Safety Training Coordinate with Quality and EHS teams to conduct quality and safety-related training. Train employees on SOPs, work instructions, quality standards and defect prevention. Ensure mandatory training is completed for all relevant employees. 4. Training Infrastructure - DOJO Develop and maintain factory training facilities and practical training modules. Prepare training materials, work instructions and assessment methods. Maintain training records, skill assessment results, certification details and annual training calendars. Develop internal trainers among supervisors and experienced operators. 3. Candidate Profile Qualification: Degree  in Mechanical, Electrical, Production or Industrial Engineering. Experience: 8–12 years of experience in manufacturing operations, technical training or workforce skill development. Experience in HVAC, refrigeration, automotive or engineering manufacturing is preferred. Hands-on experience in operator training, technical skill assessment and competency development is essential. Key Skills: Good technical knowledge of manufacturing processes. Experience in developing skill matrices and training programmes.