Specialist 1 Operations

Sandisk; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 202,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company located in Penang, Malaysia is seeking motivated Engineers experienced in Semiconductor Manufacturing. The role focuses on business process management, identifying improvement opportunities, and ensuring operational efficiency. The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree, and candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing. Knowledge of Lean principles and experience with manufacturing systems are preferred. This role offers a chance to work with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing field.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and Lean principles.
• Knowledge in root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business process improvements.
• Identify inefficiencies and optimize workflows.
• Maintain documentation such as SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Resolve manufacturing challenges with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process and quality issues.
• Analyze manufacturing metrics to identify improvement trends.
• Provide training on new processes and tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

MES

SAP

Power BI

Spotfire

Job description

Company Description

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.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Engineers with experience in Semiconductor Manufacturing to join our team. The Business Process Management plays a critical role in driving process excellence and operational efficiency across the manufacturing network. This position will focus on identifying improvement opportunities, standardizing best practices, developing system solutions, and enhancing data visibility to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business process improvements, manufacturing system optimization, and inventory management improvement to support operational excellence initiatives.
• Identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks in existing processes and lead cross-functional teams to design and implement optimized workflows.
• Create and maintain documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and Control Plans.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality) to resolve manufacturing challenges and ensure production targets are achieved.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for process and quality issues, ensuring implementation of sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor and analyze key manufacturing metrics such as yield, throughput, downtime, and scrap to identify improvement trends.
• Provide training and coaching to production teams on new processes, tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Process Streamlining & Standardization.
• System Integration & Dashboard Development.
• Yield & Quality Management.
• Inventory Optimization & Control.
• Supply Chain and Material Flow Improvement.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing field.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, Lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Adequate knowledge in root cause analysis (RCA), corrective action implementation, and statistical process control (SPC).
• Basic experience with MES, SAP, or other manufacturing systems and dashboard/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Spotfire).

Preferred

• Experience in project management and cross-site collaboration.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Kaizen principles.
• Familiarity with automation systems, Industry 4.0 technologies, or data visualization tools.
• Ability to interpret and use data to drive decision-making and improvement initiatives.

Skills

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset to work effectively across multiple functions and sites.

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.

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