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Wafer Manufacturing Process Technician - Day Shift (Sun-Tue & alternating Wed, 7
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Overview
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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Process Technicians function as the primary interface between the manufacturing, maintenance, and process and equipment engineering teams to ensure the consistent production of high-quality wafers.
Process Technicians are responsible for monitoring the performance of tooling used in the manufacturing process and for helping to identify processing issues affecting output or product quality.
Process Technicians are also responsible for the cycle time within their area and must resolve any WIP that is delayed or on hold.
In addition, Process Technicians are often directly involved in the resolution of tooling or processing issues and may recommend, document and implement changes at the direction of the appropriate engineering group.
Process Technicians also play a vital role in the training and certification of lower-level operators.
Qualifications
Knowledge and familiarity of semiconductor wafer manufacturing processes (thin film deposition, ion mill, reactive ion etch, electroplating, photolithography, metrology, sputter etch, sputter deposition) and logistics
Knowledge of Statistical Process Control systems, applications and rules
Knowledge of MESA or similar Shop floor Control Systems
Able to extract, summarize, interpret and present process data
Able to apply process data to decision making
Knowledge and familiarity of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing Principles and DMAIC processes
Proficiency or experience with SQL or similar query
Proficiency or experience with VBA, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with Project Management applications
Leadership qualities and experience
History of problem solving; able to drive problems to resolution
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Education Background or Equivalent Experience:
Bachelors of Science in either the following:
Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Materials Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Data Analysis or Statistics
Chemistry or Physics
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 race, color, ancestry, age, medical conditions, disability, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, 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 Discrimination is Illegal poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who need them. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, include the specific accommodation requested, the job title, and the requisition number.
Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 11-9-2025 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the deadline. If we are not able to hire someone for this role before the deadline, we will update.
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Compensation & Benefits Details
An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, certifications, and experience; skills, ability, knowledge of the job; performance, contribution and results; geographic location; shift; internal and external equity; and business and organizational needs.
The salary range is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. We may pay more or less than the posted range. This range is applicable for jobs in California, Colorado, New York or remote roles in these states. The range may be modified in the future.
If non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay per company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay depending on the shift.
You may be eligible to participate in bonuses under the STI Plan or SIP, and possibly in the Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, subject to plan terms. Not all roles are eligible for LTI or equity.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, dependent care accounts, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, transit, employee stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) plan.
Note:
No pay amount is wages or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable. Bonus, benefits, or any other compensation are at the company’s discretion unless paid and may be modified at any time, consistent with the law.
Notice to Candidates:
Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer. If you encounter such requests, report them to the Western Digital Ethics Helpline or compliance@wdc.com.
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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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Process Technicians function as the primary interface between the manufacturing, maintenance, and process and equipment engineering teams to ensure the consistent production of high-quality wafers.
Process Technicians are responsible for monitoring the performance of tooling used in the manufacturing process and for helping to identify processing issues affecting output or product quality.
Process Technicians are also responsible for the cycle time within their area and must resolve any WIP that is delayed or on hold.
In addition, Process Technicians are often directly involved in the resolution of tooling or processing issues and may recommend, document and implement changes at the direction of the appropriate engineering group.
Process Technicians also play a vital role in the training and certification of lower-level operators.
Qualifications
Knowledge and familiarity of semiconductor wafer manufacturing processes (thin film deposition, ion mill, reactive ion etch, electroplating, photolithography, metrology, sputter etch, sputter deposition) and logistics
Knowledge of Statistical Process Control systems, applications and rules
Knowledge of MESA or similar Shop floor Control Systems
Able to extract, summarize, interpret and present process data
Able to apply process data to decision making
Knowledge and familiarity of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing Principles and DMAIC processes
Proficiency or experience with SQL or similar query
Proficiency or experience with VBA, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with Project Management applications
Leadership qualities and experience
History of problem solving; able to drive problems to resolution
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Education Background or Equivalent Experience:
Bachelors of Science in either the following:
Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Materials Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Data Analysis or Statistics
Chemistry or Physics
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 race, color, ancestry, age, medical conditions, disability, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, 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 Discrimination is Illegal poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who need them. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, include the specific accommodation requested, the job title, and the requisition number.
Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 11-9-2025 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the deadline. If we are not able to hire someone for this role before the deadline, we will update.
#LI-BL1
Compensation & Benefits Details
An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, certifications, and experience; skills, ability, knowledge of the job; performance, contribution and results; geographic location; shift; internal and external equity; and business and organizational needs.
The salary range is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. We may pay more or less than the posted range. This range is applicable for jobs in California, Colorado, New York or remote roles in these states. The range may be modified in the future.
If non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay per company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay depending on the shift.
You may be eligible to participate in bonuses under the STI Plan or SIP, and possibly in the Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, subject to plan terms. Not all roles are eligible for LTI or equity.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, dependent care accounts, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, transit, employee stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) plan.
Note:
No pay amount is wages or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable. Bonus, benefits, or any other compensation are at the company’s discretion unless paid and may be modified at any time, consistent with the law.
Notice to Candidates:
Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer. If you encounter such requests, report them to the Western Digital Ethics Helpline or compliance@wdc.com.
#J-18808-Ljbffr