Manager, Manufacturing

Aitomic Jobs; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital in Malaysia (Bayan Lepas, Penang) invites a Manager, Manufacturing to lead cross-functional operations, streamline processes, elevate quality, maximize yield and drive efficiency on-site.

You will design process monitoring frameworks and KPIs, enable proactive risk management, and spearhead new processes and systems integration while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across functions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in operations, Process engineering, or a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 10 years in a leadership or managerial role leading operation teams across various functions.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Experience in process optimization and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct cross-functional operational teams to streamline processes, elevate product quality, maximize yield, and drive operational efficiency.
• Design and implement robust process monitoring frameworks and key performance indicators to enable proactive risk management and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration to strengthen process capability and sustain operational excellence.

Job description

Short Summary

Manager, Manufacturing with Western Digital. Lead and direct cross-functional operational teams to streamline processes, elevate product quality, maximize yield, and drive operational efficiency Design and implement robust process monitoring frameworks and key performance indicators to enable proactive risk management and foster a culture of continuous improvement Spearhead the integration of new processes and systems into…

Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Manager, Manufacturing
• Organization: Western Digital
• Country / coverage: Malaysia
• Location: Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Jobs
• Sector: Information Technology
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-09-29
• Application deadline: Not specified

Description

Lead and direct cross-functional operational teams to streamline processes, elevate product quality, maximize yield, and drive operational efficiency Design and implement robust process monitoring frameworks and key performance indicators to enable proactive risk management and foster a culture of continuous improvement Spearhead the integration of new processes and systems into operations, ensuring product quality standards and business delivery commitments are consistently met Champion cross-functional collaboration to strengthen process capability, minimize variation, and sustain a high standard of operational excellence Required : 15+ years of experience in operations, Process engineering, or a high-volume manufacturing environment Minimum 10 years in a leadership or managerial role leading operation teams across various functions. Preferred : Proven experience in process optimization, performance improvement, and quality management Experience in operational process control, system implementation, and new process transfer into production environments Lean manufacturing knowledge will be an added advantage Skills : Demonstrated experience in cross-functional collaboration with operations, quality, engineering and other business functions WD 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. WD 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct cross-functional operational teams to streamline processes, elevate product quality, maximize yield, and drive operational efficiency Design and implement robust process monitoring frameworks and key performance indicators to enable…
• Preferred : Proven experience in process optimization, performance improvement, and quality management Experience in operational process control, system implementation, and new process transfer into production environments Lean manufacturing knowledge will…
• 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.
• WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process.

Requirements / Eligibility

• Process engineering, or a high-volume manufacturing environment Minimum 10 years in a leadership or managerial role leading operation teams across various functions.
• Preferred : Proven experience in process optimization, performance improvement, and quality management Experience in operational process control, system implementation, and new process transfer into production environments Lean manufacturing knowledge will…
• 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.