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Planner 2 - Production Control

We are seeking an experienced Planner 2 to join our Production Control team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring efficient coordination between planning, production, and supply chain functions. You will play a critical role in meeting customer demand while minimizing costs and maximizing operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and production capacity
• Monitor and analyze production metrics, identifying bottlenecks and recommending process improvements
• Coordinate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability and on-time delivery
• Prepare and present production reports, forecasts, and performance dashboards to management
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to address demand changes and special requests
• Utilize planning software and systems to track production status and generate scheduling reports
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy and operational efficiency
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and production issues

We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Planner 2, Production Planning to join our production planning team in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing production schedules that optimize our manufacturing operations while ensuring efficient resource utilization. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to analyze demand forecasts, manage inventory levels, and drive continuous improvement in our production processes.

• Develop, maintain, and update production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity
• Analyze production data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization
• Coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain, and procurement teams to ensure alignment on production plans and timelines
• Monitor inventory levels and adjust production plans to balance supply and demand effectively
• Prepare comprehensive production reports and performance analysis for management review
• Manage and maintain production planning systems and databases to ensure data accuracy and accessibility
• Identify and resolve production constraints and scheduling conflicts in a timely manner
• Support capacity planning initiatives and resource allocation strategies
• Collaborate on continuous improvement projects to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs
• Communicate production status updates and forecasts to relevant stakeholders

BROAD FUNCTIONS :

· To plan, coordinate and follow-up sputter systems start-up / conversion activities and process

documentation.

· To audit sputter parameters and practice periodically, include online SPC and procedure

conformance.

· To lead sputter process related issues trouble shooting (common causes), work closely with shift

process team in sputter process sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order to achieve

sputter utilization (down time), yield & quality goal.

· To lead Sputter Process Improvement Projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others), which

include new products/machines/process qualification.

· To lead, supervise and coach/train process tech, include engineering specialist and characterize

technicians.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Regular

· Responsible for sputter process related issues trouble shooting (common causes), work closely

with Shift process team in sputter process sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order to

achieve sputter utilization (down time) & quality goal.

· Responsible to lead, supervise and coach/train process tech, include engineering specialist and

characterize technicians. Responsible to train and share PMR/DS sputter process and yield

improvement knowledge with the team.

· Responsible for sputter parameters monitoring, include online SPC monitoring and procedure

conformance.

· Responsible for sputter machine start-up include process characterize (new products & process

changes).

· Responsible for new products/machines/process qualification.

· Responsible for sputter process improvement projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others).

Others include FMEA.

· Understand and accept responsibility for performing jobs safely

· Follow safety and health rules

· Responsible to assist in sputter yield related issues trouble shooting (common causes). Work

closely with Anelva yield team in sputter yield sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order

to achieve sputter yield goal. This includes 0725 Operation Yield Improvement.

· Other supervisor assigned task

Improve Media magnetic baseline: ACC% and to enable process stability and repeatability via recipe tuning and optimization. Responsible for new product qualifications.  

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

As Sputter Process Technician, you will be responsible for executing process characterization activities, ensuring sputter process meets key performance parameters, and supporting production through process monitoring and adjustments. 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 12hour Shift Pattern and overtime, as required by the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform measurement on characterization / evaluations samples following the experiment plan prepared by Engineer. As well as production monitoring samples.
• Carry out trouble shooting on metrology tools.
• Data compilation using Excel or Power point for measurement samples.
• Monitor Machine alarms, take appropriate action based on guidelines & instructions provided
• Carry out periodic samples house keeping & other tasks assigned by Engineer.
• Support & cooperate with other department to solve assembly issue /MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
• Comply and support EHS policy. Participate company activities such as IMS, 6S, RBA, BCMS etc

As Sputter Process Technician, you will be responsible for executing process characterization activities, ensuring sputter process meets key performance parameters, and supporting production through process monitoring and adjustments. 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 12hour Shift Pattern and overtime, as required by the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform measurement on characterization / evaluations samples following the experiment plan prepared by Engineer. As well as production monitoring samples.
• Carry out trouble shooting on metrology tools.
• Data compilation using Excel or Power point for measurement samples.
• Monitor Machine alarms, take appropriate action based on guidelines & instructions provided
• Carry out periodic samples house keeping & other tasks assigned by Engineer.
• Support & cooperate with other department to solve assembly issue /MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
• Comply and support EHS policy. Participate company activities such as IMS, 6S, RBA, BCMS etc

As Sputter Process Technician, you will be responsible for executing process characterization activities, ensuring sputter process meets key performance parameters, and supporting production through process monitoring and adjustments. 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 12hour Shift Pattern and overtime, as required by the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform measurement on characterization / evaluations samples following the experiment plan prepared by Engineer. As well as production monitoring samples.
• Carry out trouble shooting on metrology tools.
• Data compilation using Excel or Power point for measurement samples.
• Monitor Machine alarms, take appropriate action based on guidelines & instructions provided
• Carry out periodic samples house keeping & other tasks assigned by Engineer.
• Support & cooperate with other department to solve assembly issue /MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
• Comply and support EHS policy. Participate company activities such as IMS, 6S, RBA, BCMS etc

As Sputter Process Technician, you will be responsible for executing process characterization activities, ensuring sputter process meets key performance parameters, and supporting production through process monitoring and adjustments. 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 12hour Shift Pattern and overtime, as required by the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform measurement on characterization / evaluations samples following the experiment plan prepared by Engineer. As well as production monitoring samples.
• Carry out trouble shooting on metrology tools.
• Data compilation using Excel or Power point for measurement samples.
• Monitor Machine alarms, take appropriate action based on guidelines & instructions provided
• Carry out periodic samples house keeping & other tasks assigned by Engineer.
• Support & cooperate with other department to solve assembly issue /MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
• Comply and support EHS policy. Participate company activities such as IMS, 6S, RBA, BCMS etc

As Sputter Process Technician, you will be responsible for executing process characterization activities, ensuring sputter process meets key performance parameters, and supporting production through process monitoring and adjustments. 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 12hour Shift Pattern and overtime, as required by the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform measurement on characterization / evaluations samples following the experiment plan prepared by Engineer. As well as production monitoring samples.
• Carry out trouble shooting on metrology tools.
• Data compilation using Excel or Power point for measurement samples.
• Monitor Machine alarms, take appropriate action based on guidelines & instructions provided
• Carry out periodic samples house keeping & other tasks assigned by Engineer.
• Support & cooperate with other department to solve assembly issue /MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
• Comply and support EHS policy. Participate company activities such as IMS, 6S, RBA, BCMS etc

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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

As Sputter Process Technician, you will be responsible for executing process characterization activities, ensuring sputter process meets key performance parameters, and supporting production through process monitoring and adjustments. 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 12hour Shift Pattern and overtime, as required by the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform measurement on characterization / evaluations samples following the experiment plan prepared by Engineer. As well as production monitoring samples.
• Carry out trouble shooting on metrology tools.
• Data compilation using Excel or Power point for measurement samples.
• Monitor Machine alarms, take appropriate action based on guidelines & instructions provided
• Carry out periodic samples house keeping & other tasks assigned by Engineer.
• Support & cooperate with other department to solve assembly issue /MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
• Comply and support EHS policy. Participate company activities such as IMS, 6S, RBA, BCMS etc

This is an individual contribution role as a Plating Process Control Engineer in manufacturing engineering operations responsible for monitoring and controlling plating processes to ensure quality and yield targets while implementing process improvements and optimization initiatives. The role encompasses managing plating bath chemistry and refresh schedules, troubleshooting process deviations, conducting statistical analysis to support process changes, and ensuring compliance with contamination control procedures. The engineer is also expected to leverage data analytics and machine learning techniques to establish linkages between Key Process Input Variables (KPIVs) and Key Process Output Variables (KPOVs), enabling predictive process control and data-driven decision making. Key technical competencies include understanding electroplating principles and chemistry, knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, experience with process control systems and data analysis, and familiarity with cleanroom operations and safety protocols. The engineer also participates in FMEA activities, risk assessments, and supports change control processes such as PCN and TECN to maintain operational excellence in plating operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Focal person for plating facilities related issues, ie plating DI water trend monitoring, LPC and  
• contamination 
• Focal person of plating chemical planning and inventory  
• Focal person for plating pretreatment, strip line, filter change and descaling.  
• Monitor and control plating processes to ensure quality and yield targets
• Implement process improvements and optimization initiatives
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions, which include thickness control, anodic protection
• Troubleshoot line to line variation and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with contamination control procedures
• Participating in FMEA activities and risk assessments
• Monitor and improve plating OEE performance
• Implement process optimizations to reduce speed losses and improve efficiency
• Track and analyze OEE metrics to identify improvement opportunities
• Support implementation of process parameter revisions to enhance OEE
• Identify, define, and document KPIVs and KPOVs for plating processes and establish data-driven linkages between them
• Develop and maintain process monitoring dashboards using data analytics tools to visualize KPIV-KPOV relationships
• Apply machine learning models (e.g., regression, classification, anomaly detection) to predict process outcomes and enable proactive process control
• Collaborate with data engineers or IT teams to integrate manufacturing data from equipment and sensors into analytics platforms
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and advanced analytics to detect processes that drift and trigger timely corrective actions

Responsible for timely machine installation and ensuring optimal production operations by maintaining equipment and enhancing yield, utilization, and product quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform machine installation as per schedule.
• Maintaining the smooth operation of production and optimizing yield, utilization, and product quality through machine sustaining and maintenance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Monitor equipment performance indicators and implement corrective actions to address deviations from performance targets.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols while performing maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
• Update machine status from outgoing shift to incoming shift.

- Working 12 hour shift. 

- Perform Machines Preventive Maintenance and up keep maintenance record

- First line of defence to attend machines un-schedule down or quality issue

- Team player. Communicate to different departments for collaboration for operational efficiency. 

- In depth knowledge with Automation/Control System.

- Able to handle sudden changes and pressure to bring up machine in short notice. 

- Capable to elaborate and provide feedback on major equipment down times. Chronological events and actions taken. 

- Statistical Process Control knowledge is an added advantage. 

- Understanding of Machine Software such as PLC or C++ will be added advantage in technical capability. 

The Supervisor is responsible for supporting daily NPI operations to ensure NPI targets are met in terms of build plan, product quality, productivity, and cost. This role oversees manufacturing performance indicators, manpower coordination, logistics execution, and continuous improvement initiatives, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and system requirements.

The incumbent plays a key role in driving operational excellence, sustaining factory performance, and leading improvement projects to achieve business objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure production execution for NPI meets the build plan, quality standards, and delivery commitments.
• Monitor, analyze, and improve manufacturing performance indicators, inactive lots, productivity, incidental losses, logistics performance, 6S, and cost.
• Coordinate logistics activities to support NPI production yield and ensure execution follows the approved plan.
• Manage and control NPI build schedules to meet allocated timelines and output targets.
• Sustain production housekeeping, 6S practices, and support special operational tasks as required.
• Monitor and manage inactive lot indicators to minimize work-in-progress and delays.
• Coach, supervise, and optimize headcount utilization; balance shift manpower to meet production needs.
• Lead and manage continuous improvement and manufacturing projects from planning through execution and closure.
• Track project progress, prepare reports, and present results to management.
• Ensure compliance with system and customer requirements, including IMS, 8D problem-solving, and RBA standards.
• Ensure all activities comply with company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.