Western Digital

Data Storage

Technician5

Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Technician 5 at Western Digital. Skills: sputter metrology, troubleshooting, data analysis. Lead shift technicians. Troubleshoot sputter instrumentation issues”

What You'll Achieve.

Provide continuous support to production; enhance sputter process performance; optimize workflow efficiency

Industry & Context.

Data Storage
Problems you'll solve

creative problem solving; Troubleshoot and resolve sputter instrumentation issues; Problem Solving; troubleshooting process controls; process adjustments; data readback from the machine; control limits; handling emergencies; unexpected equipment failures

Eligibility Requirements

Willing to work in a cleanroom environment

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Diploma or Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical), Engineering (Mechatronic/Electromechanical), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic) or equivalent, 8 Years working experience in a manufacturing environment, sputter metrology knowledge, machine operation, analytical skills, Proficient in MS Windows Software (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook), Effective team player, proven relationship-building and communication skills, cross-functional Production, Equipment, Yield, and Quality, Willing to work in a cleanroom environment, Proficiency in troubleshooting process controls, process adjustments, data readback from the machine, control limits, Ability to communicate technical information effectively to colleagues and engineers, understanding of safety protocols and regulations in the manufacturing environment, Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality teams, Proficiency in handling emergencies and unexpected equipment failures

Nice to Have

Working experience in the sputter process, knowledge of Magnetic materials used in HDD, Macro in Excel, Experience in leading a team

What You'll Do.

Lead shift technicians

Troubleshoot sputter instrumentation issues

Maintain sputter instrument documentation

Facilitate process improvement projects

Enter and compile metrology data

Training on new project launches

Adhere to safety guidelines

Carry out periodic samples housekeeping

Comply and support EHS policy

Participate in company activities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaborate effectively; Communicates with engineers and technical specialist; cross-functional Production, Equipment, Yield, and Quality; Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality teams

Communication Scope

exemplary communication skills; Ability to communicate technical information effectively to colleagues and engineers; proven relationship-building and communication skills

Process & Methodology

Facilitate small process improvement projects

Full Job Description

At WD, 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, WD 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®, and WD_BLACK™. 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, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. As Manufacturing Process Engineering Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a manufacturing production or NPI line. The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively. You will demonstrate a willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills and an ability to think on their feet. Communicates with engineers and technical specialist regarding sputter metrology tools measurement results and calibration procedure. Able to revise any documents changes regarding sputter metrology tools. Regular Responsibilities * Lead shift technicians to carry out daily shift work. * Troubleshoot and resolve sputter instrumentation issues. * Maintain and update sputter instrument documentation including standard work procedures, process specifications, etc. * Facilitate small process improvement projects through c

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