Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance at Western Digital

Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Data Storage, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Diploma or Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical), Engineering (Mechatronic/Electromechanical), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic) or equivalent
  • Working experience in manufacturing environment (especially in vacuum chamber system)
  • Working experiences in Sputtering or machine maintenance related field (added advantage)
  • Knowledge of control systems and/or PLC (Process Logic Control) (added advantage)
  • Knowledge in using measurement tools such as multi meters, oscilloscope, etc
  • Knowledge in study schematic diagram (circuit diagram) working on system troubleshooting
  • Understanding of failure mechanisms, ability to isolate determine root cause and repair
  • Proficient in MS Windows Software (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook) & Forum Notes
  • Effective team player with proven relationship building & communication skills, including cross-functionally with Production, Process, Yield, and Quality
  • Familiarity with sputtering equipment or other vacuum systems
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control system failures
  • Ability to communicate technical information
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative, collaborate effectively, demonstrate willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills, and ability to think on their feet
  • Flexible to work a 12 hour AWS Shift and overtime, as required by the team

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine preventive maintenance per PM schedule
  • Conduct routine maintenance checks and services on all production equipment
  • Document routine preventive maintenance on PM checklists, record data if applicable and maintain completed checklist/history in tool maintenance system
  • Perform regular inspections and maintenance on production machine to ensure optimal performance
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues
  • Document routine preventive maintenance and unscheduled failures details on system database
  • Provide inputs to Shift Coordinator or Equipment Engineer to improve PM cycle-time, tool availability, quality/workmanship, reduce media scrap and cost of ownership
  • Provide Technical training and certification for junior technician
  • Support Tool Owner and Equipment Engineer for machine conversion/upgrade and improvement projects

Skills

Preventive Maintenance
Equipment Maintenance
Production Line Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Documentation
Shift Work

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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