The Training Manager will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and implementing training programsforpersonnelinacommercialplanttissuecultureandmushroomspawnproduction facility. While the Training Manager may not be a subject matter expert, in plant tissue culture or mushroom spawn production, he will work closely with senior management, lab managers, lab supervisors, and senior staff to ensure effective knowledge transfer and skills development for employees at all levels.This role is essential for standardizing training protocols, improving efficiency, ensuring compliance, and fostering a continuous learning culture. The Training Manager will organize the training of labpersonnel at all levels, with cross training inter se,ensuringscalabilityandsustainabilityof knowledge within the organization.KeyResponsibilities1.TrainingProgramDevelopment&ImplementationCollaboratewithsubjectmatterexperts,labsupervisors,andqualitycontrolteamsto developstructuredtrainingprograms.Design and implement training schedules, modules, and competency assessments for labpersonnel.Develop training manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), presentations, and video tutorials for plant tissue culture and mushroom spawn production processes.Establish an onboarding program for new employees to ensure a smooth transition into lab operations.Produce an Annual Training Calendar for all employees2.CoordinationwithSubjectMatterExpertsFacilitateknowledgetransferbyworkingcloselywithplanttissuecultureandmycologyexperts.Organizeperiodicguestlectures,expert-ledworkshops,andhands-ontrainingsessions.Ensurethattrainingcontentremainsup-to-datewithindustrystandards,bestpractices,and emerging technologies.3.TrainingDelivery&KnowledgeTransferConductinteractiveclassroomsessions,workshops,andpracticaldemonstrationsonlaboperations, SOPs, and quality control.Implement a "train-the-trainer" model, ensuring that senior lab staff are equipped to trainjunior employees.Useamixofvisual,verbal,andhands-onlearningmethodstocatertodiverselearning styles.Monitorknowledgeretentionandapplicationbyassessingtrainedpersonnelthrough quizzes, performance reviews, and skill assessments.4.ProcessStandardization&ComplianceTrainingEnsurethatalllabpersonnelaretrainedongoodlaboratorypractices(GLP),safety protocols, contamination control, and safety standards.WorkwithqualityassuranceteamstoimplementSOPsformediapreparation, micropropagation, sterilization, inoculation, and incubation.Conductcompliancetrainingonregulatoryrequirementsanddocumentationbest practices.5.PerformanceAssessment&ContinuousImprovementTrackandevaluatetrainingeffectivenessthroughfeedbacksurveys,observations,and performancemetrics.Identify skill gaps and process inefficiencies, working with Subject Matter Experts to refine training content accordingly.Implementrefreshertrainingsessionstoensurecontinuouslearningandskilldevelopment.Establishamentoringsystem,whereexperiencedstaffsupportjunioremployeesin applying their knowledge.6.Technology&DigitalLearningIntegrationUtilize e-learning tools, online modules, video demonstrations, and interactive simulations for remote and self-paced training.Maintainadigitalrepositoryoftrainingmaterialsforeasyaccessbyemployees.Introduceautomatedtrackingsystemstomonitorindividualtrainingprogressand certification status.7.SoftSkills&ProductivityTrainingProvide training on time management, teamwork, problem-solving, communication, andleadershipskillstoenhanceworkplaceefficiency.Encourageacontinuouslearningmindset,motivatingemployeestostayupdatedwith industry trends.KeyDeliverables1.StructuredTrainingPrograms&MaterialsDevelop, maintain and ensure fulfillment of an Annual Training Calendar.Developtrainingschedules,SOPmanuals,visualguides,anddigitallearningcontent.Maintainacomprehensivetrainingdatabase,ensuringaccessibilityforallemployees.2.EffectiveTrain-the-TrainerImplementationEnsure that senior lab staff are equipped to train junior personnel, creating a self-sustaining learningsystem.Conductperiodicassessmentandfeedbacksessionstoevaluatetrainereffectiveness.3.PerformanceEvaluation&ContinuousImprovementImplementstructuredassessmenttools(quizzes,practicaltests,peerreviews)tomeasure learningoutcomes.Identifygapsintrainingandupdateprogramstoimproveeffectiveness.4.Compliance&QualityControlTrainingEnsurealllabpersonneladheretoqualitycontrolstandards,GLP,andregulatory compliance.Implementstrictdocumentationanddatarecordingprotocols.5.EmployeeProductivity&SoftSkillsDevelopmentIntroducetrainingonworkflowoptimization,problem-solving,andefficiency enhancement.Fosterapositivelearningculturethatencouragescollaborationandcontinuous improvement.Qualifications & Experience Essential:Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources, Business Administration,from XLRI, Jamshedpur or equivalent institution.5+yearsofexperienceintraininganddevelopmentwithinatechnical,scientific,or manufacturing environment.Strongskillsintrainingdesign,instructionalmethods,andemployeedevelopment.Ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to develop and deliver effective trainingprograms.Proficiencyinusingdigitallearningtoolsandperformancetrackingsoftware.Preferred:Experienceintechnicaltraining,manufacturing,orbiotechindustries.Familiaritywithplanttissuecultureand/ormushroomspawnproductionworkflows(even ifnotanSubjectMatterExpert).Knowledgeofqualitymanagementsystems(ISO,HACCP,GMP)andregulatory compliance.ReportingHe/shewillreporttothe Group Chairman functionally and to the GeneralManagerCommercial for administrative work andworkcloselywith management at all levels, scientists,qualitycontrolteams,andlabsupervisors.
