Western Digital
Data Storage
MRETechnician(Production)HAMR
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“MRE Technician (Production) HAMR at Western Digital. Skills: DET Guzik testing, QMT testing, Data collection, Troubleshooting. Perform all types of DET Guzik and QMT testing. Compile and upload test data to Online SPC”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensuring no delays and consistent, stable measurement results that meet Test Criteria; Meet expected Test TAT; Support continuous manufacturing performance and quality improvement
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting
Work in cleanroom environment, Rotating 12-hour shift patterns, Cross-plant support
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Diploma or Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical), Engineering (Mechatronic/Electromechanical), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic), Technical cert, SPM or equivalent, 1-2 Years working experience in manufacturing environment with machine operation, data collection & analytical skills
Nice to Have
Macro in excel would be an added advantage, Working experiences in sputter/MRE metrology tool, knowledge of Magnetic materials used in HDD would be an added advantage
What You'll Do.
Perform all types of DET Guzik and QMT testing
Compile and upload test data to Online SPC
Conduct tester conversion buyoff
Support data package compilation for NPI
Time Slice and other requests
Manage reference and head issuance
and reference generation
Maintain MRE lab 7S standards
Comply with all safety and health regulations
Support engineering teams
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functionally with Production, Process, Yield, and Quality; Support engineering teams
Communication Scope
Communicate test information clearly during shift handovers; Cross-functionally with Production, Process, Yield, and Quality
Full Job Description
At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. The MRE Engineering Technician is responsible for executing DET Guzik and QMT testing activities, supporting production and engineering operations through accurate data collection, analysis, troubleshooting, and tester buyoff. This role ensures test quality, equipment readiness, and timely data reporting to support continuous manufacturing performance and quality improvement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Perform all types of DET Guzik and QMT testing, ensuring no delays and consistent, stable measurement results that meet Test Criteria * Compile and upload test data to Online SPC timely to meet expected Test TAT, and continuously update all test requests and tracking documentation * Conduct tester conversion buyoff, troubleshooting, and head changes as required * Support data package compilation for NPI, SMO, Time Slice and other requests as assign
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