Manager, Manufacturing

Aitomic Jobs; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital in Malaysia seeks a Manager, Manufacturing to lead cross-functional operations teams, streamline processes, and drive product quality and yield improvements. You will design and implement process monitoring frameworks and KPIs to enable proactive risk management and continuous improvement.

Based in Bayan Lepas, Penang, this on-site role requires 15+ years in operations or process engineering with a minimum 10 years in leadership, in high-volume manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in operations or process engineering in high-volume manufacturing.
• Minimum 10 years in a leadership role leading diverse operation teams.
• Preferred experience in process optimization and quality management; system implementations.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve product quality.
• Design and implement process monitoring frameworks and KPIs for proactive risk management.
• Drive integration of new processes and systems while meeting delivery commitments.
• Foster collaboration to minimize variation and sustain operational excellence.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Process optimization

Quality management

Operations leadership

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: 2026-09-07
• 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 Skills : Demonstrated experience in cross-functional collaboration with operations, quality, engineering and other business functions #LI-SK1 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 Skills : Demonstrated experience…
• 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

• equired : 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 Skills : Demonstrated experience…
• 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.