Staff Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering (Process)

• Process Optimization: Improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain quality standards.
• Quality Control: Develop and implement methods to ensure products meet specifications and standards consistently. Collaborate with other departments.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve issues in manufacturing processes to minimize downtime and maintain smooth operations.
• Risk Assessment: Evaluate potential risks in manufacturing processes and implement measures to mitigate them, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly review processes and performance metrics to identify opportunities for optimization and implement changes accordingly. Incorporate new technologies, materials, and methods to into existing workflows, enhance manufacturing processes and stay ahead of industry advancements.
• Equipment Optimization: Collaborate with Maintenance and Equipment teams to optimize equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement preventive maintenance programs. Recommend equipment upgrades or modifications to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of processes, procedures, and changes to facilitate analysis, audits, and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams including production, equipment engineering, development, quality, and management to address challenges and implement improvements.
• Training: Provide training and guidance to production staff on new processes, equipment, and procedures to ensure effective implementation and adherence to standards.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, science, mechanical, industrial engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, process optimization techniques, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency in process simulation software, statistical analysis tools and 8D problem solving methodology.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED:

• Relevant 5-6 years of experience in process engineering or manufacturing roles, preferably in the process engineer sector.

• Experiences, skills and knowledge in 4IR is a great advantage.
• Eagerness to stay updated with advancements in technology and manufacturing processes.

SKILLS

• Ability to troubleshoot process and product issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Proficiency in analyzing process and product performance data, identifying inefficiencies, and proposing improvements.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, articulate technical information, and collaborate on projects.
• Skills in managing projects related to new product introduction, process/machine upgrades, or process improvements, including budgeting and scheduling are added advantage.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

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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.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Western Digital has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Western Digital’s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to [email protected].