Senior Process Technician

Western Digital; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital Corp. is seeking a Process Technician to support the post-sputter module, focusing on stability, yield improvement, and equipment optimization.

You will collaborate with Process Engineers to monitor, troubleshoot, and improve post-sputter processes, ensuring sustained performance and qualification readiness. The role involves reviewing SPC charts, conducting experiments, and documenting changes.

Qualifications

• Diploma required in Mechanical / IT / Automation / Electronics.
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in process or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge on HDD media cleaning technology is a plus.
• Proficient with Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
• Good technical presentation skill.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain process control parameters
• Review and respond to SPC charts and process alarms
• Assist in root cause analysis of yield excursions and process issues
• Support design of experiments (DOE) and process trials
• Perform process qualification runs and collect data for engineering analysis
• Document process changes and maintain process control documentation

Skills

Process optimization

SPC charts

Excel

PowerPoint

Presentation skills

Education

Diploma in Mechanical / IT / Automation / Electronics

Tools

HDD media cleaning technology

Word

Job description

• Job Type (exemption status): Non-Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
• Business Function: Process

Company Description

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for peoplewho want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

Job Description

Job Description

The Process Technician supports process stability, yield improvement, and equipment optimization within the post-sputter (lubrication/tape burnish/UV) module. This role works closely with Process Engineers to monitor, troubleshoot, and improve post-sputter processes. The technician plays a key role in sustaining process performance and supporting new process qualifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and maintain process control parameters
• Review and respond to SPC charts and process alarms
• Assist in root cause analysis of yield excursions and process issues
• Support design of experiments (DOE) and process trials
• Perform process qualification runs and collect data for engineering analysis
• Document process changes and maintain process control documentation

Qualifications

Academic Qualification :
Diploma in Mechanical / IT / Automation / Electronics
Experience and Skills Required :

• Minimum 2- 3year's experience in process or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge on HDD media cleaning technology will be added advantage.
• Knowledge in Excel , Word & Power Point
• Good technical presentation skill.

Additional Information

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.

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