Technician IV – Manufacturing Process Technician

About the role

Western Digital is seeking a Technician IV to support production quality, process optimization, and equipment qualification in a high‑tech manufacturing environment. The role involves hands‑on work with critical tools, collaboration with process engineers, and direct support for both internal and external customers.

Key responsibilities

• Perform KIV checks on critical tool parameters such as clamping speed and picker teaching.
• Execute equipment qualifications after tool set‑up and conversion activities.
• Support yield‑improvement initiatives led by process engineers.
• Assist with experimental builds, engineering trials, and PIS stoppage coordination.
• Provide technical support for quality issues and build test pieces for line maintenance.
• Participate in ASM line OCAP activities and address feedback from backend teams.

Required profile

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electromechanical, Computer, Industrial, Electrical Technology or a related field.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in equipment setup, qualification, tool conversion, or process verification.
• Experience supporting process engineers on yield improvement and engineering trials is a plus.

Required skills

• KIV checking
• Equipment qualification
• Tool conversion
• Process verification
• Yield improvement support
• Experimental build assistance