Senior Supervisor, Wafer Manufacturing - A Shift (Sunday-Tuesday & alternating Saturday, 5pm-5am)

Company Description

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.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Supervisor for our Wafer Manufacturing operations in Fremont, United States. In this critical role, you will lead and oversee the wafer production process, ensuring optimal efficiency, quality, and output in our state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate daily wafer manufacturing operations, optimizing production schedules and resource allocation
• Monitor and maintain strict quality control standards throughout the wafer fabrication process
• Analyze production data and implement process improvements to enhance yield and efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with clean room protocols and safety regulations
• Manage and mentor a team of technicians and operators, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Liaise with equipment vendors and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance
• Prepare and present regular reports on production metrics, quality indicators, and team performance to senior management
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in wafer manufacturing

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in wafer manufacturing, with a proven track record in a supervisory role
• Advanced knowledge of wafer manufacturing processes and semiconductor fabrication technologies
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Strong understanding of clean room protocols and safety procedures
• Expertise in quality control, yield management, and statistical process control (SPC)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in managing and developing teams

SKILLS

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in manufacturing execution systems (MES) and relevant software tools
• Six Sigma certification is preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as required by production demands

Additional Information

Western Digital 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