Manager, Learning & Development

About VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (VSMC)

VSMC is a joint venture between Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation and NXP Semiconductors, operating a 300mm wafer fabrication facility in Singapore. This plant serves multiple sectors including automotive, industrial, consumer, and mobile markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive Learning and Development strategy aligned with VSMC's business goals, technology advances, production scale-up, and workforce skill needs.
• Oversee orientation and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for employees across varied departments such as Fab Operations, Engineering, Facilities, Quality, and corporate functions.
• Collaborate with department leaders and experts to pinpoint competency needs and craft corresponding technical, operational, leadership, and behavioral training courses.
• Create and maintain competency frameworks based on roles, training matrices, qualification criteria, and career progression models.
• Administer the Learning Management System (LMS) ensuring precise training documentation, comprehensive reporting, and adherence to company policies and legal standards.
• Develop train-the-trainer initiatives and knowledge-sharing mechanisms internally to enhance technical expertise and workforce growth.
• Manage relationships with educational institutions, government bodies, and external providers to cultivate a sustainable talent pool in the local community.
• Evaluate training program effectiveness through assessments, qualification outcomes, KPIs, and participant feedback; promote ongoing advancements.
• Lead companywide engagement surveys and coordinate with functional leadership to implement improvements based on survey insights to enrich workplace culture.
• Control the L&D budget, vendor engagements, and training initiatives while fostering leadership development, employee involvement, and succession plans.
• Execute additional tasks as directed by management.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of eight years' experience in Learning and Development, Talent Development, Organisational Development, or similar roles.
• Proven experience administering learning programs tailored for technical, manufacturing, or continuous operations settings, ideally within the semiconductor industry.
• Knowledge of competency frameworks, technical training development, qualification systems, career development processes, and LMS management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, facilitation, and program management abilities.
• Background supporting a new facility setup, manufacturing startup, or scaling production is a plus.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Insight into semiconductor manufacturing operations and the requirements of a technical workforce.
• Capacity to build train-the-trainer schemes and organized knowledge transfer networks.
• Skill in analyzing learning metrics and feedback to assess impact and inform enhancements.
• Excellent organizational aptitude for handling multiple projects efficiently in a diverse, fast-moving environment.
• Possession or pursuit of professional qualifications in Human Resources, Learning and Development, or related postgraduate credentials is advantageous.

Equal Opportunity Statement

VSMC is dedicated to inclusive and merit-based hiring. Applicants from all backgrounds will be assessed fairly, focusing on qualifications, skills, experience, and suitability. Recruitment will proceed in multiple stages.