Sputter Target Quality & Materials Engineer

Western Digital Corporation; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital Corporation in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a detail-oriented Sputter Target Management and Quality Engineer to manage inventory, ensure quality standards, and optimize material specifications for semiconductor manufacturing. You will work with production, procurement, and engineering teams to maintain high standards while driving efficiency.

The role requires a background in materials-related field, 2+ years of experience in semiconductor/manufacturing, and familiarity with ERP

Qualifications

• Background in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Physics or related technical field.
• At least 2 years of working experience.
• Experience in the semiconductor or advanced materials manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with ERP or inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Experience in vendor management and supplier quality negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to resolve quality concerns, negotiate specifications, and ensure continuous improvement in material delivery.
• Manage Sputter Target inventory, including procurement planning, stock level optimization, and supplier coordination to ensure consistent material availability.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and testing protocols for Sputter Target materials to meet Sputter Mediaspecifications and processrequirements.
• Conduct comprehensive quality inspections and analysis of incoming materials, including dimensional verification, material composition analysis, and surface quality assessment.
• Perform root cause analysis on quality issues and non-conformances, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation of all quality testing, material certifications, and compliance data in accordance with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze quality data and trends using statistical methods to identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
• Support production teams by providing technical guidance on material handling, storage, and application best practices for sputter targets.

Skills

Materials Science

Metallurgy

Physics

2+ years experience

Vendor management

Job description

Western Digital Corporation in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a detail-oriented Sputter Target Management and Quality Engineer to manage inventory, ensure quality standards, and optimize material specifications for semiconductor manufacturing. You will work with production, procurement, and engineering teams to maintain high standards while driving efficiency.

The role requires a background in materials-related field, 2+ years of experience in semiconductor/manufacturing, and familiarity with ERP