About Our Group
Seagate's Johor site is a strategic hub within our global manufacturing network, delivering high-quality disk media that underpin our data storage solutions. The ID/OD, grinding, and plating operations are critical to achieving the precision, surface quality, and consistency required for advanced recording technologies. Our engineering teams partner closely with cross-functional and global stakeholders to drive operational excellence, support new technology adoption, and ensure scalable, high-volume manufacturing. We are committed to a culture of
innovation,
inclusion, and
integrity, offering opportunities to make meaningful impact in a collaborative and diverse environment.
About The Role - You Will
- Lead process and/or equipment engineering teams to drive performance across ID/OD, grinding, and/or plating operations.
- Deliver improvements in safety, quality, yield, and cost through data-driven analysis and continuous improvement.
- Own equipment performance and manufacturing readiness, including reliability strategies, process control, and capacity planning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to meet production goals and support new product and technology introductions.
- Champion a culture of innovation, inclusion, and integrity while developing team capability and engagement.
About You
- Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Proven leader with a track record of building inclusive, high-performing teams and driving accountability.
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with a structured, data-driven approach to problem-solving.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to manage priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Solid foundation in process and/or equipment engineering in a manufacturing setting.
- Fluent in English and Bahasa Melayu (written and spoken).
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Your Experience Includes
- Working in high-volume manufacturing, preferably in grinding, plating, or similar processes like HDD substrate manufacturing.
- Demonstrated results in improving yield, quality, cost, or cycle time.
- Leading teams or technical groups to deliver business and operational outcomes.
- Hands-on experience in process optimization, equipment engineering, or reliability improvement.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
- Ability to partner cross-functionally and influence stakeholders in a global environment.
Location:
Located in Johor Bahru's technology park, our office is one of the largest electronics component manufacturers in Johor. On site, we encourage employees to lead active and healthy lives. The facility provides a cafeteria offering healthier menu options. Employees have fun and build strong relationships by participating in many sports, recreation and cultural activities like badminton, soccer and chess tournaments. We're also proud to give back to the greater Johor community through many STEM volunteer activities.
Location: Johor, Malaysia
Travel: None
