Staff Engineer, Operational Excellence (Green Belt/Black Belt)

  • Full-time
  • Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
  • Business Function: Analytical & Characterization Engineering
  • Work Location: Penang SDSM Office--LOC_SNDK_Seberang Perai Office

Company Description

At Western Digital, we are on a mission to unlock the potential of data so people, companies and organizations everywhere can create what’s next. To fulfill our vision, we are always on the lookout for potential team members who share our passion for solving problems to empower others.

When you join Western Digital, you join a legacy more than 50 years in the making. Across our Western Digital®, SanDisk®, SanDisk® Professional, WD® and WD_BLACK™ brands, we have brought some of the most storied advancements in memory and data storage technology to market—and our best, most innovative work is yet to come.

From energizing gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Here’s how you can help.

Job Description

​​​​​​​ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  • Coaches the Lean Six Sigma to use the appropriated tools and techniques with DMAIC/DMADV methodology. 
  • Organizes and facilitates workshop to identify the opportunity and projects, coach the team in the projects to meet the goal.
  • Organizes and facilitates Small Group Activity, Team Excellence and other project competition. 
  • Promotes continuous improvement culture in the organization.
  • The subject matter expert in Lean Six Sigma training development and consultant to other department on tool application. 
  • Monitors, coaches and certifies the Lean Six Sigma candidates to meet with the department goals.
  • Works with other departments on continuous improvement projects by providing technical support and facilitating.
  • Reports out statistics on the Lean Six Sigma related KPIs to drive for continuous improvement culture
  • Facilitate CI Workshops on the shop floor and developing the framework of the workshops. 
  • Create CI program frameworks which covers 3 CI Pillars: CI Culture, CI Competency Building, CI Execution

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Minimum degree holder in any field.
  • Minimum 8 years in Lean Six Sigma coaching and/or project leader.
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification or experiences with proven success story.

 PREFERRED SKILLS:

  • Strong background in electronics/semiconductor operation.
  • Added advantages if experienced in facilitating the VSM or any kind of Lean Six Sigma workshop.
  • Added advantages if experienced in conducting any Lean Six Sigma related training titles (TTT certified by HRDF if possible).
  • Potential candidate with Six Sigma methodology experiences is highly desired/preferred
  • Able to work independently under minimal supervision. 

Additional Information

Western Digital 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.

Western Digital 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 [email protected] 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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