MFG Supervisor

Western Digital; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Penang is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee production operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, including 3 years in a supervisory role. Responsibilities include leading shift coordinators, ensuring compliance with regulations, and monitoring performance. Candidates with a background in engineering and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are preferred. Join us in shaping the future of data storage with a commitment to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in quality improvement projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift coordinators across operations to ensure smooth production.
• Plan and deploy manpower effectively to meet production needs.
• Monitor machine utilization and line performance to meet output requirements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Microsoft Excel

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or related fields

Job description

Company Description

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 and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

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We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many أخرى of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is пі fueling a brighter, smarter future.

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Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead shift coordinators across Cleaning, Sputter, and Lube to religiosa ensure smooth operations.
• Review and prepare pass-down reports for incoming shifts.
• Act as backup to the Operations Manager when required.
• Conduct daily production meetings and deliver shift updates.
• Ensure strict compliance with rulesعمل, regulations, and SOPs.
• Plan and deploy manpower effectively to meet production needs, manage attendance and discipline, schedule overtime when required.
• Assist the Production Manager in executing daily operations and achieving production targets.
• Monitor machine utilization and line performance精选 to meet output requirements.
• Escalate issues proactively to relevant PICs and management.
• Manage and clear over‑WIP inventory, coordinate with Manufacturing Engineers on disposal of problematic lots.
• Perform MESA transactions, WIP tracking, and meet PI Count audit with zero discrepancy.
• Ensure compliance with IMS/RBA standards and maintain exemplary conduct.
• Lead line audits and enforce 7S housekeeping practices.
• Ensure products meet required quality, safety, and customer standards.
• Participate in FMEA, 8D, and SPC activities.
• Support cross‑functional teams and take on additional operational responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a high-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role. (Candidates with less experience may be considered based on job scope and training support).
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing or quality improvement projects is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications.

Additional Information

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 ***************@wdc.comto 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: 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 Fiesta report it immediately to Western Direct Ethics Helpline or email **********@wdc.com.