Senior O&M Supervisor, Facilities at Western Digital

Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Data Storage, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Professional Degree in any Engineering field or equivalent
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing a facilities department or section
  • Proven experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • Proven ability to manage shift-based operations and balance workloads efficiently

Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate the operation and maintenance of Facilities Systems: Chilled Water System, Compressed Dry Air System, Vacuum System, Process Exhaust System, Fire Protection System
  • Lead and supervise a team of technicians in all aspects of technical and operational work
  • Provide technical guidance, conduct meetings, and resolve complex technical issues
  • Develop work plans, maintenance schedules, and repair strategies
  • Manage departmental budgets and resource allocation
  • Ensure timely completion of all Preventive, Corrective, and Predictive Maintenance Programs to maximize system uptime
  • Identify and assess risks related to Facilities Systems and propose mitigation or improvement actions
  • Analyze system performance and evaluate future capacity requirements based on production demands
  • Develop and implement long-term equipment or process improvements for cost reduction, reliability, and safety enhancement
  • Plan and schedule manpower (HC), material, and cost requirements for maintenance and projects
  • Lead and manage operation chargemen and technicians to ensure effective daily operations
  • Liaise with engineering and production teams to meet system reliability, quality, and quantity targets
  • Oversee and manage Reliability, Quality, Cost, and Safety (RQCS) aspects of all Facilities Systems
  • Manage and coordinate outsourced operation and maintenance service contractors
  • Lead and ensure compliance during inspections conducted by local authorities
  • Prepare and submit Facilities Operation Reports in a timely and accurate manner
  • Perform other duties and assignments as directed by the immediate superior

Skills

Facilities Management
Chilled Water Systems
Compressed Air Systems
Vacuum Systems
Process Exhaust Systems
Fire Protection Systems
Team Leadership
Maintenance Scheduling
Budget Management
Technical Guidance

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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