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Priyasha Jyotishi

Priyasha Jyotishi

Chennai

Summary

Learning & Development professional with 9 years of experience in building and scaling learning frameworks across manufacturing, facility management, and global R&D organizations. Skilled in end-to-end L&D functions including training needs analysis, program design, facilitation, and impact measurement. Proven ability to establish L&D structures in greenfield projects, lead large-scale programs for 10,000+ associates, and deliver leadership and professional development initiatives. Adept at aligning learning with ISO and audit requirements while fostering continuous learning cultures that drive engagement, career growth, and business impact.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager ( Learning & Development Partner

ZF CVCS Global Engineering Centre
09.2021 - Current
  • Designed and implemented end-to-end learning frameworks for technical and soft skills, including ISTQB, IREB, FUSA, AUTOSAR, and Behavioral modules, catering to diverse engineering career levels.
  • Led leadership capability development programs for Tech Leads and senior engineers, focusing on communication, influence, decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Curated and facilitated professional etiquette and business communication workshops for Gen Z engineers, enhancing workplace readiness and alignment with corporate culture.
  • Managed campus-to-corporate transition programs, including 9-month internship structures, evaluations, and FTE conversion processes.
  • Designed knowledge-sharing platforms and engagement activities to foster continuous learning across technical and non-technical domains.
  • Partnered with business leaders to identify skill gaps and future capability needs, ensuring learning interventions were tied to organizational goals and the ZF Way values.
  • Drove diversity & inclusion learning initiatives, employee experience programs, and soft skill interventions to strengthen organizational culture.
  • Spearheaded in-house delivery of specialized training (e.g., FUSA Level 1 ISO 26262), reducing vendor dependency and increasing internal expertise.
  • Monitored and evaluated program effectiveness through structured assessments, feedback, and measurable business outcomes.
  • Supported talent development initiatives through structured role clarity, career pathways, and skip-level connects to strengthen retention and growth

Lead– (HR With L&D Initiatives)

Sriunhat Metaliks
03.2020 - 09.2021

Greenfield Foundry Project | HR & Learning Lead

  • Built the HR function from ground up for a 500+ employee greenfield foundry, overseeing workforce planning, policy formulation, and operational HR processes.
  • Established the learning & development framework for both shop-floor (blue-collar) and managerial/technical (white-collar) associates to ensure capability building from project launch.
  • Designed and implemented structured skill-development programs for shop-floor associates, improving safety, productivity, and technical competencies.
  • Rolled out learning pathways and professional development modules for engineers and staff, strengthening technical know-how and managerial effectiveness.
  • Introduced induction and onboarding programs to integrate new hires into the factory culture, driving faster productivity ramp-up.
  • Partnered with line managers to conduct training needs analysis and translate business requirements into focused L&D interventions.
  • Implemented employee engagement frameworks that reduced attrition by 12% and fostered a culture of continuous learning.
  • Monitored and evaluated training effectiveness through regular assessments, feedback loops, and productivity metrics.
  • Collaborated with leadership to develop performance management programs linking capability development to business outcomes.

Assistant Manager – (HR With L&D Focus)

Kannelite Facility Management Services
04.2018 - 03.2020

Kannelite Facility Management Pvt. Ltd. | Pan-India | 10,000+ Workforce

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designed and implemented tailored training modules for facility and hospitality workforce, leading to measurable improvements in service quality scores and customer satisfaction.
  • Streamlined the onboarding and induction process, reducing time-to-productivity by 20% across diverse client locations.
  • Conducted training needs analysis and curated relevant course materials aligned with client service standards and operational objectives.
  • Rolled out pan-India learning programs, balancing uniformity of standards with region-specific workforce needs.
  • Led a team responsible for decision support and business intelligence, providing data-driven insights to enhance training effectiveness and workforce planning.
  • Partnered with business leaders and clients to ensure learning interventions translated into operational excellence and stronger service delivery outcomes.
  • Developed career development initiatives and upskilling programs to improve workforce retention in a high-attrition industry.
  • Standardized performance-linked training assessments to track ROI of L&D programs and reinforce accountability in skill building.

Assistant Manager – HR (L&D Focus)

Saraswati Components Pvt Ltd
12.2015 - 02.2017

Saraswati Components Pvt. Ltd. | Sheet Metal Manufacturing | 300 Employees

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designed and updated training processes by reviewing documentation, incorporating associate feedback, and ensuring alignment with legal and compliance standards.
  • Developed and delivered compliance, safety, and policy training modules, enabling the organization to successfully clear ISO audits and customer supplier audits (Tata Motors, etc.).
  • Partnered with line managers to identify skill gaps and implement targeted training programs, enhancing technical skills and shop-floor efficiency.
  • Established structured onboarding and induction programs for new recruits, improving role clarity and productivity ramp-up.
  • Recruited and onboarded skilled talent, integrating training and development initiatives to strengthen long-term workforce capability.
  • Created and implemented employee engagement and development programs, fostering a culture of learning across 60 white-collar and 240+ shop-floor employees.
  • Monitored and measured training effectiveness, using feedback loops and performance metrics to refine content and delivery.
  • Collaborated with leadership and compliance teams to align learning interventions with audit-readiness, quality benchmarks, and customer expectations.

HR Executive

Kyocera CTC Precision Tools
07.2014 - 12.2014

Key Responsibilities:

  • Part of the core team setting up a Japanese joint venture factory, managing HR processes from recruitment to time office during the initial setup phase.
  • Established workforce systems and HR operations for the plant, ensuring smooth deployment of policies, payroll, and attendance structures.
  • Coordinated end-to-end recruitment for shop-floor and staff employees, supporting phased ramp-up of manpower for plant operations.
  • Designed and delivered shop-floor training programs on safety, discipline, and work culture aligned with Japanese standards, enabling early workforce readiness.
  • Facilitated cross-cultural learning and orientation sessions to align employees with Japanese work ethics and productivity practices.
  • Supported plant leadership in creating a learning-focused environment from inception, integrating compliance, safety, and technical training into daily operations.
  • Partnered with line managers to conduct skill-gap assessments and implement targeted training interventions during the early production stages.

HR Executive

Accroploy Ninomiya Pvt Ltd
09.2013 - 06.2014

Accropoly Ninomiya Pvt. Ltd. | Automotive Components | Greenfield Plant Setup

Key Responsibilities:

  • Served as a core HR team member for greenfield project setup, supporting end-to-end HR operations for the establishment of a new manufacturing facility.
  • Designed and rolled out onboarding and induction programs for first batches of employees, embedding safety, compliance, and cultural orientation from day one.
  • Coordinated with leadership to set up policies, processes, and training infrastructure to align with organizational and client requirements.
  • Facilitated initial skill-development and compliance training for shop-floor workforce to ensure operational readiness before production go-live.
  • Supported talent acquisition and workforce deployment for both blue-collar and white-collar roles during plant ramp-up phase.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to prepare documentation and processes for audit-readiness (ISO & supplier audits) during the early plant setup stage.
  • Contributed to creating a learning and engagement culture from inception, helping integrate employees into the new organizational environment.

Management Trainee

TRF Ltd
05.2011 - 08.2012
  • Underwent structured management trainee program as part of ICSI curriculum, gaining hands-on exposure to HR operations, compliance, and employee development practices.
  • Supported the HR and IR teams in implementing statutory compliance and workforce documentation processes.
  • Assisted in coordinating training and induction programs for new employees, reinforcing workplace compliance and corporate values.
  • Prepared and maintained HR records, policies, and audit-ready documentation in alignment with organizational and legal standards.
  • Collaborated with senior HR leaders to understand talent management and learning practices within a large corporate environment.

Education

LLB -

North Odisha University
01-2021

PG-HRM -

XLRI
01-2017

Bachelors in Finance -

ICFAI
01-2013

CS Executive Passed - Corporate Law

Institute of Company Secretaries of India
01-2011

Skills

  • Learning & Development Strategy – Designing and implementing technical, behavioral, and leadership learning frameworks aligned to business goals
  • Training Needs Analysis (TNA) – Identifying skill gaps across blue- and white-collar workforce and translating them into targeted interventions
  • Program Design & Facilitation – Creating and delivering customized training modules (shop-floor, professional etiquette, compliance, leadership)
  • Greenfield HR & L&D Setup – Establishing HR systems, policies, and learning culture from scratch during plant and factory launches
  • Leadership Development – Driving capability-building programs for Tech Leads, managers, and future leaders
  • Compliance & Audit Readiness – Aligning training with ISO standards and supplier/customer audit requirements
  • Onboarding & Induction Programs – Streamlining processes to accelerate role clarity and time-to-productivity
  • Employee Engagement & Retention – Designing frameworks that foster learning culture, resulting in improved engagement and reduced attrition
  • Performance Management & Development – Linking capability building with appraisal systems and career pathways
  • Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) – Championing initiatives that enhance inclusion and employee experience
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management – Collaborating with internal SMEs and external partners for effective program delivery
  • Knowledge Sharing Platforms – Creating structures for cross-functional and technical knowledge exchange
  • Data-Driven L&D – Evaluating training effectiveness, leveraging feedback, and reporting ROI to business leaders

Timeline

Assistant Manager ( Learning & Development Partner

ZF CVCS Global Engineering Centre
09.2021 - Current

Lead– (HR With L&D Initiatives)

Sriunhat Metaliks
03.2020 - 09.2021

Assistant Manager – (HR With L&D Focus)

Kannelite Facility Management Services
04.2018 - 03.2020

Assistant Manager – HR (L&D Focus)

Saraswati Components Pvt Ltd
12.2015 - 02.2017

HR Executive

Kyocera CTC Precision Tools
07.2014 - 12.2014

HR Executive

Accroploy Ninomiya Pvt Ltd
09.2013 - 06.2014

Management Trainee

TRF Ltd
05.2011 - 08.2012

LLB -

North Odisha University

PG-HRM -

XLRI

Bachelors in Finance -

ICFAI

CS Executive Passed - Corporate Law

Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Priyasha Jyotishi