Inventory Specialist at Western Digital

Rochester, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Data Storage, Technology, HardwareIndustries

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Basic computer skills
Proficiency with spreadsheets
Basic arithmetic skills for verifying product quantities
Ability to handle up to 50 pound boxes on their own
Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, including use of appropriate PPE
Experience using pallet jacks or hand trucks (beneficial)
Experience using hand tools or powered screwdrivers (beneficial)

Responsibilities

Receive, unload, and store Lab materials
Transport pallets or boxes of HDDs to designated storage areas
Ensure proper storage and labeling of materials
Retrieve and deliver materials to test areas as needed
Scan HDDs, boxes, or pallets into SIT inventory system
Perform kitting of hard drives for use in storage systems
Report any safety hazards or incidents immediately
Maintain accurate records of material movements
Provide regular reports on inventory levels and material receipts
Assist in inventory audits as required
Provide work direction to contractors supporting the team

Skills

Inventory Management

Material Handling

Shipping and Receiving

HDD Tracking

Inventory Scanning

Kitting

Labeling

Pallet Transport

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$927.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.

Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.

Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.

The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.

Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.

Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.

Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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