Technician 5, Engineering (Lead Technician)

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.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.

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 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 fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE:

As a Technician 5, Engineering (Lead Technician), you will play a pivotal role in our laboratory operations, leveraging your expertise to drive efficiency, accuracy, and innovation in our testing processes.

JOB RESPONSIBITIES AND ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Facilitate laboratory test output, ensuring alignment with process objectives and consistent achievement of throughput targets within specified timelines.
  • Extract raw data from testers and provide initial assessments of evaluation requirements
  • Monitor and maintain the deployment of standard testing procedures while ensuring strict adherence to the overall test schedule.
  • Perform first-level fault analysis and monitor repair activities of tools and communicate promptly with engineers about tester issues that may impact evaluation results.
• Conduct data monitoring to ensure tester output remains within acceptable control limits.
  • Ensure all tool and workstation PCs are updated with IT-compliant software, including Microsoft Windows patches.
  • Manage inventory of test evaluation parts, tester consumables, and peripheral tools.
  • Generate daily utilization rates for testers based on conducted activities and perform annual gauge repeatability and reproducibility studies.
  • Spearhead tool and area qualifications.
• Execute complex test algorithms using established methodologies while continuously seeking opportunities for improvement.
  • Proactively identify potential risks and recommend innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
  • Lead the automation of data collection processes and dashboard monitoring to streamline operations and enhance overall efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve priority issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and guide junior technicians, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or laddered technology graduate in a relevant scientific or technical field such as Computer Science, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, or equivalent.
• Atleast 5 years of relevant experience in the laboratory or technician role.

Tools & Application Requirements:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.

Skills & Competency Requirements:

• Excellent leadership skills, communication skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in laboratory equipment, testing methodologies, and data analysis
• Experience with fault analysis, tool repair, and maintenance procedures
• Strong inventory management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in data automation tools, dashboard development, and IT systems management.
• Proficiency in operating and handling vacuum systems.

Other Requirements:

• Open to employment opportunities in Binan City, Laguna, CALABARZON, Philippines.
• Open to a reporting on-site work arrangement.
• Open to a shifting work schedule.

Important Reminders:

• We provide free medical examination.
• We do not collect any original requirements.
• We do not collect any fees at any stage of the hiring process.

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