Senior Supervisor, SSD Manufacturing

  • Full-time
  • Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
  • Business Function: Manufacturing
  • Work Location: Penang SDSM Office--LOC_SNDK_Seberang Perai Office

Company 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.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible to supervise overall production area that consists of Test manufacturing
  • Provide clear, regular communication of production priorities, challenges, and status across the shift to meet production schedules, goals and objectives
  • Directly manage Operators team, routinely provide guidance on career development in your team and regularly conducting performance management. engagement activities and monitor attendance
  • Responsible for labor planning and allocation between processes, 6S, line cleanliness, tardiness and training
  • Collaborate with Engineering/Supporting Team to solve day to day excursion, implement line process changes or new implementations for improvements
  • Periodically audit production adherence to visual aids and standard instructions

Qualifications

  • Prior supervisory/management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment 
  • Knowledge of SSD manufacturing processes and associated equipment and testers
  • Familiarity with MES, SPC, SAP and similar applications/systems used to monitor drives flow and equipment performance.  
  • Familiarity with Excel, PowerPoint and Word  (Intermediate level, minimum) 
  • Familiarity with production reports used to assign work, prioritise WIP and track output 
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • Must be able to support night shift base on shift rotation

OTHERS:

  • Bachelor Degree in relevant field/ Diploma with experience
  • At least 4-6 years experience in supervising in manufacturing
  • Able to support rotating shift work

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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