Program Manager job opportunity at Western Digital.



Date2026-04-21T14:54:50.505Z bot
Western Digital Program Manager
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Job DescriptionThe Program Manager will lead the technical and operational readiness for a new manufacturing facility, driving equipment installation, process setup, qualification, and production ramp. This role ensures the factory achieves safe, efficient, and high-quality output through strong cross-functional coordination and engineering leadership. Key Responsibilities 1. Factory Start-Up & Ramp Execution • Lead end-to-end engineering activities for new factory setup (facility readiness, equipment installation, and commissioning) • Drive qualification processes  to ensure production readiness • Establish and execute ramp plan to meet output, yield, and quality targets • Identify and mitigate technical risks during start-up phase 2. Process & Equipment Engineering • Define, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes • Oversee equipment selection, installation, calibration, and validation • Ensure process capability (CPK), cycle time, and efficiency targets are achieved • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and yield 3. Cross-Functional Coordination • Act as primary engineering interface with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, and EHS • Align timelines and deliverables across teams to meet ramp milestones • Support supplier engagement and technical issue resolution 4. Team Leadership & Capability Building • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing engineering team • Define roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations • Coach engineers on problem-solving, root cause analysis, and technical skills • Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and collaboration 5. Quality & Compliance • Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations • Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) • Support audits and ensure documentation readiness 6. Safety & Risk Management • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to EHS requirements • Conduct risk assessments for new processes and equipment • Ensure safe startup and operation of all systems ⸻ Key Deliverables / KPIs • On-time factory readiness and successful production ramp • Yield, throughput, and cycle time targets achieved • Equipment uptime and process capability metrics • Zero major safety incidents • Team capability development and retention

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