Western Digital: Operator 1, Manufacturing — Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

About Western Digital

Western Digital develops and manufactures data-storage technology for data centres, cloud platforms and enterprise infrastructure. Its employer introduction connects this work with the need to retain, manage and access information generated by digital systems and AI applications. The business brings engineering and manufacturing together around the physical systems behind data storage. Its described purpose is to make growing volumes of information available over time, supporting the infrastructure on which other digital services depend.

The position and its setting

Western Digital lists Operator 1, Manufacturing in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia, under reference REF34844K. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 21 October 2026
• Business Function: Manufacturing
• Brands: Western Digital
• Work Location: Bayan Lepas PN1

Responsibilities and work described

• MRE Engineering Operator is responsible for executing DET Guzik and QMT testing activities, supporting production and engineering operations through accurate data collection, analysis, troubleshooting, and tester buyoff
• This role ensures test quality, equipment readiness, and timely data reporting to support continuous manufacturing performance and quality improvement
• Execution: all types of DET Guzik & QMT test
• Quality / delivery: no delay in DET testing and that the test results are available on time
• Buyoff measurement result is shown consistent and stable to meet Test Criteria
• Compile and upload data to Online SPC timely to meet expected Test TAT
• Continuously update all test request and other necessary tracking
• Receive from previous shift and pass down information to next shift clearly
• Execution: head change whenever required
• Execution: tester conversion buyoff and tester troubleshooting
• Support: data package compilation for NPI, SMO, Time Slice and by request
• Support: reference & head issuance and inventory management
• Support: reference generates and head screening activities
• Execution: and maintain MRE lab 7S and follow all safety and health rules
• Carry out all jobs/tasks as assigned by Engineers
• PN1-PN2 cross plants travelling to support whenever required

Essential requirements and candidate background

• REQUIRED:
• Technical cert, SPM or equivalent
• Proficiency: MS Windows Software (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook)
• Macro in excel would be an added advantage
• Effective team player with relationship building & communication skills, including cross-functionally with Production, Process, Yield, and Quality
• Junior Level Process Technician
• Problem Solving – Proficiency in troubleshooting process controls, process adjustments, data readback from machine, control limits
• Communication - Ability to communicate technical information effectively to colleagues and engineers
• Safety – understanding of safety protocols and regulations in the manufacturing environment
• Teamwork – Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality teams
• Adaptability - Proficiency in handling emergencies and unexpected equipment failures

Experience and professional background

• 1-2 Years working experience in manufacturing environment with machine operation, data collection & analytical skills are preferred

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Working experiences in sputter/MRE metrology tool and knowledge of Magnetic materials used in HDD would be an added advantage

Location, schedule and contract conditions

For this overseas or regional listing, confirm work authorisation and any location restrictions with the employer. The location does not establish visa sponsorship or permission to work remotely from India.

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

Employer details to confirm

• The employer’s seniority category and its stated experience requirements do not agree. Follow the role-specific requirements above rather than assuming this is a fresher opening.

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Operator 1, Manufacturing vacancy is not an offer for reference REF34844K; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Western Digital

Applications follow the official employer page linked below. The source includes these application-specific points:

Open the official Western Digital posting below and match the title and reference REF34844K.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

Prepare an accurate CV and the supporting items requested in that employer’s application. Provide only information and documents you are authorised to share.

Use the employer’s application option, complete the required fields and review the submission. Retain the acknowledgement when one is provided. Job Alerts World does not receive the application.

• Accommodation requests: jobs.accommodations@wdc.com
• Employer states that applications and employment offers do not require payment

Practical preparation: Excel

Excel examples should identify the task, the data and the checks used to avoid an incorrect result. Explain whether you built a reporting workbook, reconciled records, automated a process or maintained an existing model.

Relevant skills

• Excel
• manufacturing
• inventory
• problem resolution
• communication