Senior Manager, Manufacturing - Western Digital

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

• Direct management of the Fremont Wafer manufacturing Wet etch, plating and CMP EDMT’s.
• Have overall responsibilities to ensure flawless execution of these areas of the line involving process engineering, equipment engineering and manufacturing.
• Establish and drive efficiencies and effectiveness in operation KPIs not limited to quality, productivity, cost, cycle time, turnover, training and strategic projects.
• Initiate and implement key initiatives like Lean Six Sigma, Productivity, Quality Controls, Cycle time reduction, to meet or exceed KPIs and drive competitive advantage.
• Understand and align the business unit and corporate strategy, develop and execute local implementation plan.
• Participate in corporate and business driven initiatives, including, Employee Engagement, Suggestion and Performance Management.
• Position factory to be able to support corporate business plan, NPI and ramp plan.
• Partner with related supporting departments such as HR, IT, Finance, Development, Procurement to review, establish and implement related policies and procedures.
• Establish a process to continuously review business processes and drive enhancement.
• Drive ownership of all manufacturing related activities to support the manufacturing operations.
• Maintain a culture of transparency, accountability, two-way communication, and employee engagement at all levels.

• Bachelor or Master Degree in engineering or management desired
• Familiarity with Semiconductor / HDD Wafer manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years of applied operations management in Semiconductor / HDD Wafer Manufacturing
• Strong hands-on experience in Manufacturing Operations. Semiconductor / HDD Wafer Manufacturing will be an advantage.
• Strong leadership skills, ability to lead people, motivate staff and teams as well as employees working in related departments.
• Strong interaction skills and ability to communicate well with all support groups.
• Strong process driven skills, result orientation and exhibiting good technical ability.
• Apply strategic and systemic thinking process towards solutions to problems and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated high integrity and uncompromising work ethics.

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Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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