(NEW GRAD ONLY) Planner, Production Control at Western Digital

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Data Storage, Technology, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field (NEW GRAD ONLY)
Internship or coursework experience related to production or material planning (preferred)
Basic understanding of manufacturing operations and production planning processes (preferred)
Strong computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with Power BI, Canva, and Generative AI tools
Skill in Project Management
Effective negotiation and coordination skills with cross-functional teams
Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Demonstrate a good level of English proficiency (written/verbal)

Responsibilities

Provide Daily Build Plan: Develop and deliver daily build plans based on Demand Requests and Optimization inputs (material and capacity) from stakeholders
Monitor Production Plan Execution: Track and ensure that the production plan is being executed as planned, adjusting to minimize delivery impacts to customers
Analyze and Adjust for Delays: Identify delays and disruptions in the production process and adjust the production schedule to meet delivery deadlines
Coordinate with the Demand Team: Collaborate with the demand team to address any demand changes, under the guidance of the leadership team
Monitor KPIs: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production planning on a daily basis to ensure goals are met
Inventory Management: Continually learn and apply best practices in inventory management to avoid excess inventory and reduce waste
Follow Company Procedures: Ensure compliance with all company rules, procedures, and safety protocols
Capacity Planning: Collaborate with various departments to forecast and plan for required production capacity based on upcoming demand and resource availability

Skills

Production Planning

Build Planning

Demand Planning

Inventory Management

KPI Monitoring

Schedule Adjustment

Capacity Planning

Material Optimization

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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