Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance

Short Summary

Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance with Western Digital. Western Digital The next big thing in data is you! As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line. The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn…

Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance
• Organization: Western Digital
• Country / coverage: Malaysia
• Location: Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Jobs
• Sector: Health
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-08-19
• Application deadline: Not specified

Description

Western Digital The next big thing in data is you! As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line. The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills and an ability to think on their feet. Candidates must be flexible to work a 12 hour AWS Shift and overtime, as required by the team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform routine preventive maintenance per PM schedule. Conduct routine maintenance checks and services on all production equipment. Document routine preventive maintenance on PM checklists, record data if applicable and maintain completed checklist/history in tool maintenance system. Perform regular inspections and maintenance on production machine to ensure optimal performance. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues. Document routine preventive maintenance and unscheduled failures details on system database Provide inputs to Shift Coordinator or Equipment Engineer to improve PM cycle-time, tool availability, quality/workmanship, reduce media scrap and cost of ownership. Provide Technical training and certification for junior technician. Support Tool Owner and Equipment Engineer for machine conversion/upgrade and improvement projects. REQUIRED: Diploma or Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical), Engineering (Mechatronic/Electromechanical), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic) or equivalent PREFERRED: Working experience in a manufacturing environment (especially in vacuum chamber system) is required. Junior/Senior Level Equip Maintenance Technician Working experiences in Sputtering or machine maintenance related field would be an added advantage. Knowledge of control systems and/or PLC (Process Logic Control) would be an added advantage. Knowledge in using measurement tools such as multi meters, oscilloscope, etc. Knowledge in study schematic diagram (circuit diagram) working on system troubleshooting. Understanding of failure mechanisms, ability to isolate determine root cause and repair. Proficient in MS Windows Software (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook) & Forum Notes Effective team player with proven relationship building & communication skills, including cross-functionally with Production, Process, Yield, and Quality. SKILLS: Technical – Familiarity with sputtering equipment or other vacuum systems. Problem Solving – Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control system failures. Communication – Ability to communicate technical information effectively to colleagues and engineers. Safety – Strong 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. WD is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the " Know Your Rights: Workplace…

Responsibilities

• Western Digital The next big thing in data is you!
• As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line.
• The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills and an ability to think…
• Candidates must be flexible to work a 12 hour AWS Shift and overtime, as required by the team.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform routine preventive maintenance per PM schedule.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks and services on all production equipment.

Requirements / Eligibility

• lding & communication skills, including cross-functionally with Production, Process, Yield, and Quality.
• SKILLS: Technical – Familiarity with sputtering equipment or other vacuum systems.
• Problem Solving – Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control system failures.
• Communication – Ability to communicate technical information effectively to colleagues and engineers.

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