Technician 5, Engineering (Lead Technician) at Western Digital

Biñan, Calabarzon, Philippines

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Data Storage, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

(Not provided in job description)

Responsibilities

Facilitate laboratory test output, ensuring alignment with process objectives and consistent achievement of throughput targets within specified timelines
Extract raw data from testers and provide initial assessments of evaluation requirements
Monitor and maintain the deployment of standard testing procedures while ensuring strict adherence to the overall test schedule
Perform first-level fault analysis and monitor repair activities of tools and communicate promptly with engineers about tester issues that may impact evaluation results
Conduct data monitoring to ensure tester output remains within acceptable control limits
Ensure all tool and workstation PCs are updated with IT-compliant software, including Microsoft Windows patches
Manage inventory of test evaluation parts, tester consumables, and peripheral tools
Generate daily utilization rates for testers based on conducted activities and perform annual gauge repeatability and reproducibility studies
Spearhead tool and area qualifications
Execute complex test algorithms using established methodologies while continuously seeking opportunities for improvement
Proactively identify potential risks and recommend innovative solutions to complex technical challenges
Lead the automation of data collection processes and dashboard monitoring to streamline operations and enhance overall efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve priority issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Lab Testing

Data Extraction

Fault Analysis

Test Procedures

Throughput Management

Process 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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