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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.

• Category Management
  • Provides cross-functional team leadership within assigned category(ies); leads cross-functional category team meetings
• Collaborates with manager and cross-functional peers to create long-term supplier strategies and roadmaps. Engages with internal stakeholders to develop and influence category strategy that aligns with long-term business objectives.
• Co-leads direct procurement supplier selection process with collaboration from Supplier Engineering and guidance from manager. Leverages knowledge of strategic sourcing practices to identify a core supply base able to offer lowest total cost of ownership and high-quality product while identifying value improvement opportunities.
• Collaborates with manager to align production supplier requirements and sourcing strategies with those of new product development (NPI) for designated suppliers/categories to ensure uninterrupted material availability, alignment of risk, and cost goals with long term vision for the category / business
• Prioritizes category team projects in collaboration with manager and ensures team goals and objectives are achieved
• Leverages knowledge of commodity trends to propose strategies and educate stakeholders
• Develops and presents category strategy review

• Supplier Performance Management
• Leads supplier scorecarding and supplier business reviews for assigned suppliers
• Proactively collaborates with supply base and procurement team to understand and communicate demand changes and minimize excess inventory or material shortages
• Leads continuous improvement efforts needed with suppliers
• Escalates issues with supplier executive leadership with support and guidance of manager

• Risk and Capacity Management

• Develops mitigation plans and programs for assigned suppliers and critical sub-tier suppliers; collaborates with manager and cross-functional peers to drive implementation
• Leads capacity assessments for assigned suppliers and critical sub-tier suppliers; anticipates long-term risks and installs proactive mitigations
• May serve as project manager for key supplier capacity or risk mitigation initiatives
• Leverages problem solving skills and develops counter-measures to implement long-term solutions to identified problems

• Contract and Cost Management

• Establishes contractual agreements with suppliers and amendments to existing agreements
• Negotiates long-term volume pricing, risk mitigation, and capacity agreements with key suppliers to support Intuitive’s volume growth
• Reviews, administers, and manages long-term purchase order and delivery commitments to designated suppliers as necessary to support production and/or sales requirements within the business
• Leads identification and implementation of cost reduction ideas to achieve year-over-year cost goals within assigned category(ies)

• Operational Management

• Supports plant purchasing by leading negotiations with suppliers to adopt and implement lean sourcing principles to enable 100% material availability and optimization of on-hand inventory levels
• Embraces continuous improvement techniques to drive toward attainment of key purchasing metrics (supplier on-time delivery, quality, risk management, inventory velocity, and cost reduction)
• May lead change management/change order implementation for complex projects
• Supports master data integrity for suppliers and parts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The MRE Engineering Technician 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.

• Perform all types of DET Guzik and QMT testing, ensuring no delays and consistent, stable measurement results that meet Test Criteria
• Compile and upload test data to Online SPC timely to meet expected Test TAT, and continuously update all test requests and tracking documentation
• Conduct tester conversion buyoff, troubleshooting, and head changes as required
• Support data package compilation for NPI, SMO, Time Slice and other requests as assigned
• Manage reference and head issuance, inventory, screening activities, and reference generation
• Communicate test information clearly during shift handovers to ensure continuity of operations
• Maintain MRE lab 7S standards, comply with all safety and health regulations, and support engineering teams as directed
• Work in cleanroom environment with rotating 12-hour shift patterns and cross-plant support as required

Primary Function of Position
 The Recruiter is a critical driver of Intuitive continued growth and success in the medical
robotics field. The Recruiter will partner closely with leadership teams and HR to drive
successful hiring processes for current and future job openings for the company. This
person is responsible for sourcing and end to end recruiting for a variety of positions, that
includes senior and executive positions across APAC Region.

Essential Job Duties
 This position reports directly to the Head of Talent Acquisition APAC and will be dedicated to
recruiting for a variety of current and future openings in the Malaysia Market, that includes
Manufacturing, Corporate, Operations, including Senior/Executive Level Positions. You will
work with business executives, leaders, hiring managers, sourcing recruiters, finance, & HR
Partners to meet hiring plans. The Recruiter is a critical driver of Intuitive’s continued growth
and success in the medical robotics field.
 Work as a talent advisor with hiring managers regarding the recruiting process.
 Partner with hiring manager to understand key requirements and develop strategies in
partnership with the sourcing team to enable strong candidate flow.
 Develop and implement sources for applicants using networking, internet sourcing,
employee referral programs, job fairs, trade fairs, associations, etc.
 Identify passive job seekers using a full range of recruitment search tactics.
 Proactively Source and Screen candidates for position and company fit.
 Drive timely execution of direct sourcing and screening process.
 Build strong relationships with hiring managers to ensure a smooth recruiting process
and consult with them regarding staffing best practices, trends, issues and challenges.
 Provide talent availability heat maps to help guide hiring manager during recruiting
strategy meeting.
 Maintain accurate and thorough records of all recruiting in the ATS for the purpose of
government reporting and resource analysis.
 Be an active participant in driving continuous improvement initiatives within the Staffing
team.
 Mentor others, demonstrate interpersonal awareness, encourages excellence, leverage
and value diversity, and foster collaboration.
 Understand, analyze, and present data associated with hiring process.
 Develop collaborative partnerships with HRBPs, Finance, business leaders and other key
stakeholders.
 Keep abreast of industry and market trends and benchmark other organizations on best
practices to ensure the most effective tools and resources are being utilized.

• Learn and apply data intelligence & machine learning concepts
• Build real-world RPA automation flows (Power Automate, Python)
• Support smart factory data analysis and anomaly detection
• Develop problem-solving skills in a semiconductor factory environment
• Collaborate on advanced AI projects for future digital transformation

Job Description
The Senior Engineer, Process Development & Sustaining will lead the development, optimization, and sustaining of manufacturing processes for WD's HDD storage products. This is a technically deep, cross-functional role requiring strong foundation in chemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering.

You will drive process characterization, chemical/material qualification, and yield improvement initiatives while ensuring manufacturing processes remain stable, compliant, and cost-competitive. You are expected to operate with high technical autonomy, interface with global R&D and process teams, and mentor junior engineers on the Penang floor.

This role is ideal for a Master's, or Bachelor's graduate in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science who is passionate about translating lab-scale science into high-volume manufacturing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development

• Design and develop new manufacturing processes or significantly improve existing ones for HDD production
• Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE) to characterize process windows, identify critical process parameters (CPPs), and optimize process outputs
• Evaluate and qualify new chemicals, materials, and process consumables for manufacturing use
• Develop process recipes, control plans, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Translate R&D/lab-scale processes into robust, scalable, high-volume manufacturing processes

Process Sustaining

• Own sustaining engineering for assigned process modules — ensure processes remain stable, in control, and within specification
• Monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts; respond to out-of-control signals with structured problem-solving
• Lead Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for process changes, chemical substitutions, and material updates
• Manage process deviation requests and ensure timely resolution
• Maintain process documentation, control plans, and work instructions per WD QMS

Chemical & Material Engineering

• Lead chemical/material qualification activities including incoming material testing, process compatibility studies, and shelf-life evaluations
• Evaluate alternative chemistries and materials for cost reduction, sustainability, or supply chain risk mitigation
• Work with EHS team to ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of process chemicals per regulatory requirements
• Support RoHS, REACH, and PFAS compliance reviews for process chemicals and materials

Yield & Quality Improvement

• Lead yield loss analysis and drive structured RCCA (Root Cause and Corrective Action) for process-related defects
• Apply Six Sigma / SPC / Lean methodologies to reduce process variation and improve Cpk
• Partner with Quality Engineering to resolve customer escapes and field returns linked to process issues
• Drive continuous improvement projects with measurable cost and quality impact

NPI & Technology Transfer

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) process readiness — from process concept to mass production release
• Lead or support technology transfer of new processes from R&D/HQ to Penang manufacturing
• Develop process qualification protocols (PQ), installation qualification (IQ), and operational qualification (OQ) plans

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Interface with R&D, Product Engineering, Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, and Equipment Engineering teams globally
• Present process data, findings, and recommendations to senior management and global stakeholders
• Collaborate with equipment engineers on process-equipment interactions and optimization

People & Mentorship

• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level process engineers
• Lead technical reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and engineering forums
• Support capability building within the Penang process engineering team

• Work with the project managers to drive SW development schedule.
• Ensure all aspects of SW design and development including schedule adherence, cost, and performance/quality of the delivered product.
• Manages all SW project team activities and coordinates SW project resources.
• Coordinate the software development processes where project status is captured continuously, monitor project schedule and create status report, if necessary decide on actions in case of deviations.
• Communicates SW project status and progress to management.
• Pro-actively identifies delays and escalates to all stakeholders for budget changes and deadlines.
• In charge of SW Change Management, develops workable implementation plans.
• Main interface to customers on issues, change requests and SW delivery.
• Responsible on sub-contract management to mitigates risk in project delay.
• Represent SW team in cross-functional department’s discussion for project related topics. E.g.: discussion with production on the SW delivery and test system update.
• Resolve software engineering and process problems by taking corrective measures taking into account economic goals / objectives.
• Adhere to Bosch Software Engineering Process and ASPICE automotive standard.

• Collaborate as project team member on Software design matters.
• Capture and evaluate customer, internal requirements and vehicle specific interface requirements. Identify suitable concept in terms of functional, technological and effort.
• Adhere to Bosch Software Engineering Process as e.g.:-
  • Perform requirement reviews, design reviews and code reviews.
  • Perform unit testing and release of the software according to SW release process.
• Develop the SW design taking into consideration the dependencies to other module and integration into the overall system.
• SW programming using both standard and proprietary software tools and libraries.
• Create SW test specifications and protocols, if necessary develop test SW. Executes test plans to ensure new software meets specifications, functionalities and performance requirements.
• Analyze failure log, clarify system problems and resolve design issues.
• Develop and produce technical reports, design analysis and documentation in support of designs.
• Assist Manufacturing in troubleshooting manufacturing related problems.
• Provide post-production support.

Analog & Mixed-Signal Central Division (AMS) is looking for a Staff NPI Planner to join our NPI Planner team to serve as a single point of contact for all engineering supply-related matters. This position is responsible for planning, initiating and managing engineering wafer starts, assembly builds, and maintaining engineering inventory control to support customer samples delivery. Is responsible for end-to-end supply chain and working with cross-functional teams to remove and resolve any obstacle in NPI material flow.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiate engineering wafer start requests to foundry/fab for product tape out.
• Initiate proto assembly build requests.
• Work with marketing/sales team to track and drive customer sample deliveries.
• Create MRB for non-conformance material disposition.
• Create and maintain product BOM and product lifecycle in PLM systems such as Agile.
• Track, manage engineering inventory (wafer/assembly lots, finished goods etc.)
• Work with the planning and manufacturing team to ensure a smooth handoff from NPI to mass production (engineering lot conversion, production readiness)
• Communicate schedule of activities to product teams in a timely fashion (daily, weekly, when new update is available).

• Collaborate as project team member on Software design matters.
• Capture and evaluate customer, internal requirements and vehicle specific interface requirements. Identify suitable concept in terms of functional, technological and effort.
• Adhere to Bosch Software Engineering Process as e.g.:-
  • Perform requirement reviews, design reviews and code reviews.
  • Perform unit testing and release of the software according to SW release process.
• Develop the SW design taking into consideration the dependencies to other module and integration into the overall system.
• SW programming using both standard and proprietary software tools and libraries.
• Create SW test specifications and protocols, if necessary develop test SW. Executes test plans to ensure new software meets specifications, functionalities and performance requirements.
• Analyze failure log, clarify system problems and resolve design issues.
• Develop and produce technical reports, design analysis and documentation in support of designs.
• Assist Manufacturing in troubleshooting manufacturing related problems.
• Provide post-production support.

As a Senior Equipment Engineer specializing in sputter media, you will be responsible for leading equipment sustaining, reliability, and continuous improvement activities to support high-volume hard disk media manufacturing. You will play a key role in driving equipment performance, improving operational efficiency, and supporting new technology implementation. This role requires strong technical leadership to guide technicians in maintaining stable manufacturing operations, reducing equipment downtime, and enabling next-generation product and process requirements.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead day-to-day equipment sustaining activities, including troubleshooting, failure analysis, and resolution of equipment-related production issues.
• Drive equipment reliability improvement initiatives to enhance equipment uptime, reduce chronic failures, and improve overall operational stability.
• Develop, implement, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve long-term equipment performance.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for major equipment failures and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Support equipment upgrades, hardware modifications, and machine conversion activities to meet product and technology roadmap requirements.
• Coordinate new equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and acceptance to ensure systems meet operational and safety standards.
• Monitor and analyze equipment performance indicators such as OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and downtime trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with Process Engineering, Yield Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to improve process capability and manufacturing performance.
• Drive engineering projects related to equipment improvements, automation enhancement, and productivity optimization.
• Develop and maintain equipment documentation including SOPs, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting guides, and best practices.
• Work closely with OEM vendors and suppliers to resolve technical issues, implement upgrades, and support equipment technology development.
• Support cost reduction initiatives through engineering optimization, reliability improvements, and maintenance efficiency.
• Ensure all equipment operations comply with company safety policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean manufacturing, automation deployment, and digitalization programs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

As a Staff Equipment Engineer specializing in sputter media, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of sputtering equipment used in the production of hard disk media. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal equipment performance, minimize downtime, cycle time improvement and contribute to the development of new processes and technologies.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee day-to-day equipment maintenance activities, troubleshooting, and line issue management to ensure high equipment availability and minimal production downtime.
• Lead equipment reliability, maintenance, and engineering improvement initiatives to support stable and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability, reduce failures, and sustain long-term operational performance.
• Lead equipment upgrades, machine conversions, and technology improvements to support next-generation HDD product requirements.
• Manage new equipment installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing to ensure systems meet operational, safety, and process specifications before production release.
• Monitor and analyze equipment performance, reliability, and OEE data to identify improvement opportunities and drive operational excellence.
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering and Sputter Yield teams to improve yield performance, reduce defects, and enhance process capability.
• Coordinate closely with Production, Quality, Facilities, and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production operations and achieve manufacturing targets.
• Manage engineering projects related to equipment upgrades, modifications, and system improvements, ensuring timely execution within scope and budget.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians to strengthen team capability and technical competency.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including SOPs, maintenance procedures, and best practices for equipment operation and sustainment.
• Ensure all equipment and related systems comply with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by introducing new technologies, automation solutions, and engineering best practices.
• Strengthen knowledge sharing and technical skill development within the engineering team to build a high-performing equipment engineering organization.
• Maintain strong collaboration with OEM suppliers and technical partners to support equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, and technology development.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

As a Staff Equipment Engineer specializing in sputter media, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of sputtering equipment used in the production of hard disk media. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal equipment performance, minimize downtime, cycle time improvement and contribute to the development of new processes and technologies.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee day-to-day equipment maintenance activities, troubleshooting, and line issue management to ensure high equipment availability and minimal production downtime.
• Lead equipment reliability, maintenance, and engineering improvement initiatives to support stable and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability, reduce failures, and sustain long-term operational performance.
• Lead equipment upgrades, machine conversions, and technology improvements to support next-generation HDD product requirements.
• Manage new equipment installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing to ensure systems meet operational, safety, and process specifications before production release.
• Monitor and analyze equipment performance, reliability, and OEE data to identify improvement opportunities and drive operational excellence.
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering and Sputter Yield teams to improve yield performance, reduce defects, and enhance process capability.
• Coordinate closely with Production, Quality, Facilities, and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production operations and achieve manufacturing targets.
• Manage engineering projects related to equipment upgrades, modifications, and system improvements, ensuring timely execution within scope and budget.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians to strengthen team capability and technical competency.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including SOPs, maintenance procedures, and best practices for equipment operation and sustainment.
• Ensure all equipment and related systems comply with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by introducing new technologies, automation solutions, and engineering best practices.
• Strengthen knowledge sharing and technical skill development within the engineering team to build a high-performing equipment engineering organization.
• Maintain strong collaboration with OEM suppliers and technical partners to support equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, and technology development.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

1. Responsible for the procurement activities of the assigned materials which include:

• Responsible as main interface with customer order planning team & project stakeholder with effective coordination.
• Support material simulation activities to meet customer order fluctuation & fulfillment.
• Study and take appropriate actions on the MRP reports after MRP run.
• Provide daily input/updates on material delivery related issues in critical material list.
• Attend regular task force calls on critical supply materials status. Activate escalation to next level according to escalation RASIC.
• Attend DLR (Daily Leadership Routine), a platform for information exchange with customer order planning.
• Ensure material arrival with right qty and timing to avoid production disruption.
• Coordinate activities with relevant parties to avoid line stoppage if material cannot arrive on time
• Track and monitor supplier delivery performance.
• Required to manage suppliers with higher levels of complexity & supplier development.
• Support the preparation of reports and presentation slides when necessary.
• Support continuous process improvement and lean initiatives

2. Constantly review the planning parameters according to business trend.

3. Responsible to support the activities on inventory management to achieve monthly coverage and inventory turns including quick disposition on rejected and obsolete materials, minimize overhanging materials, work on
overhanging materials claims, disposition on transportation damage material etc.

4. Strategic planning to minimize special premium cost (e.g. change of ship mode) to support situation requirement.

5. Work on special freight claims and line-down claims due to delinquent supply from suppliers.

6. Involve in engineering changes request. Determine implementation dates of ECN (Engineering Change Notice) for raw material. Assist the project team in ECN effective date setting for software related topic.

7. Support the analysis of raw material ABC classification, inventory report etc. as and when needed.

8. Support activities related to Bosch Production System (BPS), e.g. kanban/consi implementation, continuous
improvement project etc.

9. Work together and support each other within LOG as well as with another department.

10. Support and work towards achieving the departmental goal & central deployment KPIs.

11. Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate superior from time to time.

12. Escalate procurement issues that affect a single Value Stream (Level 1).

REQUIRED:

• Diploma in any Engineering

PREFERRED:

• Work on a 12-hour shift rotation.

• Perform machine preventive maintenance and maintain accurate maintenance records.

• Act as the first line of response for unscheduled machine downtime and quality-related issues.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional departments to support operational efficiency.

• Able to respond to sudden changes and work effectively under pressure to restore machine operations within a short timeframe.

SKILLS:

• Capable of analyzing and providing detailed feedback on major equipment downtime, including chronological events and corrective actions taken.

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) is an added advantage.

• Possess strong knowledge of Automation and Control Systems.