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Western Digital Technologies Senior Director, Industrial Engineering in Milpitas, California
Position Overview:The Senior Director of Industrial Engineering will lead the strategic direction and execution of the planning team for the front end wafer manufacturing process in collaboration with the JV with Kioxia. This role is critical to drive the strategic planning activities, drive engineering programs and manage execution for the WD JV. The role provides a unique proposition to contribute in a broad spectrum of activities ranging from Strategic Nodal and Capital planning to engineering program execution. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial engineering, project management, cost management and flexibility to drive long term strategic initiatives as well as program manage engineering project to the technical details
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leadership and Strategy:
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and reduce costs.
- Lead a team of industrial engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Collaborate with leaders across WD and the JV to align engineering and program management milestones and roadmaps.
- Program Management:
- Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of multiple product roadmaps, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Implement project management best practices and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Manage stakeholder communications, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout project lifecycles.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions to address manufacturing inefficiencies.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of engineering initiatives and make data-driven decisions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with JV teams, product and process engineering teams, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions.
- Act as a liaison between technical teams and JV management to communicate project status, risks, and opportunities.
- Talent Development:
- Mentor and develop engineering and project management teams, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing.
- Lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent in industrial engineering and program management.
