Associate Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations

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

Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supervise daily production line operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets are achieved.
  • Communicate production priorities, challenges, and operational status effectively across shifts to meet production schedules, goals, and business objectives.
  • Lead and manage a team of Operators by providing coaching, performance feedback, career development guidance, employee engagement activities, and attendance management.
  • Plan and allocate manpower efficiently across production processes while ensuring compliance with 6S standards, line housekeeping, training requirements, and attendance expectations.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and other supporting functions to resolve daily production issues, implement process changes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to visual management tools, work instructions, and established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Support and contribute to Industry 4.0/5.0 initiatives that advance the organization's "Factory of the Future" strategy and operational excellence goals.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Fresh graduates or junior-level supervisors are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is an added advantage. 
  • Basic knowledge of SSD (Solid State Drive) manufacturing processes is preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word (minimum intermediate level).
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Willing and able to support rotating shift schedules, including night shifts.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in smart manufacturing and digital transformation initiatives.

PREFERRED: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or other related disciplines.
  • Diploma holders with a minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience in a high-volume manufacturing (HVM) environment.

Additional Information

Sandisk 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.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Sandisk has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Sandisk’s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Sandisk and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Sandisk Ethics Helpline or email [email protected].

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