Associate Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations

SanDisk; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SanDisk in Penang, Malaysia, is hiring for an Associate Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations to oversee SSD production lines on-site. You will guide daily activities in SMT, Test, and Backend areas, lead a team and ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has strong supervisory skills, experience with production reports, and proficiency in MS Office. This role supports day/night shifts and offers a full-time on-site position in Batu Kawan.

Qualifications

• Minimum required: supervision skills, good communication and people management.
• Ability to use production reports to manage WIP, priorities and output.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Willing to support day/night shift rotation.
• Basic problem-solving and Industry 4.0/5.0 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily SSD production in assigned SMT, Test, or Backend areas to meet Safety, Quality, Output, and Delivery targets.
• Manage daily WIP, manpower, production priorities, and shift handover.
• Lead Operators in attendance, discipline, engagement, training, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Quality, 6S, and standard work.
• Coordinate with Engineering and support teams to resolve and elevate production issues.
• Support productivity, continuous improvement, automation, and Industry 4.0/5.0 initiatives.

Skills

People management

WIP management

Excel/Office

Shift flexibility

Industry 4.0 basics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in a relevant field

1+ year manufacturing experience; supervisory or team lead is a plus

Semiconductor, electronics, or SSD manufacturing experience preferred

Tools

Job description

General Information

Job Name

Associate Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations

Country/Region

Malaysia

State

Pulau Pinang (Penang)

City

Batu Kawan

Work Location

Penang SDSM Office

Work Mode

Employees work on-site

Exemption Status

Exempt

Business Function

Manufacturing Operations

Employment Type

Full-time

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise daily SSD production in assigned SMT, Test, or Backend areas to meet Safety, Quality, Output, and Delivery targets.
• Manage daily WIP, manpower, production priorities, and shift handover.
• Lead Operators in attendance, discipline, engagement, training, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Quality, 6S, and standard work.
• Coordinate with Engineering and support teams to resolve and elevate production issues.
• Support productivity, continuous improvement, automation, and Industry 4.0/5.0 initiatives.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED

• Good production supervisory, communication, and people‑management skills.
• Able to use production reports to manage WIP, priorities, and output.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Able to support day/night shift rotation.
• Basic problem‑solving and Industry 4.0/5.0 knowledge.

PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in a relevant field.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience; supervisory or team‑lead experience is an advantage.
• Semiconductor, electronics, or SSD manufacturing experience is preferred.

Notice to Candidates

Sandisk 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.

Sandisk 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 [e-mail] 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.

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Additional Information

Sandisk 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.

Sandisk 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 [e-mail] 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.