Internship

Wafer Manufacturing Apprentice

Posted on 11/29/2024

Western Digital

Western Digital

10,001+ employees

Provides data storage solutions and devices

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$23.2Hourly

+ 8% Annual Bonus

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Fremont, CA, USA

Courses will be part in-person, part virtual, starting January 2025.

Category
Hardware Engineering
Electronic Hardware Engineering
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Candidate must be willing to work a 12-hour production shift on an alternating work schedule 3-4 days per week (standing and walking as required). Work schedule will be modified to ensure time is allotted for attending required onsite and virtual college course sessions.
  • Minimum 1 year of work experience, or equivalent. Manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • Classroom training, completion certificates, and college credits will be provided.
  • Hands-on training and on-the-job certifications will be provided.
  • Operators must wear a full lab gown on the production floor including jumpsuit, foot coverings, gloves, mask, and hood.
  • Good attendance and punctuality are required.
  • Excellent dexterity when handling small parts is required.
  • Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English with an ability to communicate and work effectively within a multicultural team environment.
  • Must be able to learn and apply new knowledge quickly and be capable of operating multiple tools within a production cell in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must possess a strong sense of urgency, commitment, and be results oriented.
  • Candidate should have basic computer skills, including knowledge of Windows and basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Intermediate/advanced level of Excel a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Attend several required supplemental instruction classes in addition to full-time employment (one class per quarter). Courses will be part in-person, part virtual, starting January 2025 (Winter Term), offered by Foothill College in Sunnyvale. Courses include Quantitative Reasoning, Introduction to Semiconductor Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, and Introduction to Engineering.
  • Responsible for setting up, loading, operating, and monitoring machines/equipment for wafer fabrication.
  • Responsible for quality inspection, data collection, productivity, and cycle time.
  • Accountable for individual results at assigned operations.
  • Able to work in a Class 100 Cleanroom and follow all required PPE, safety policies and operational procedures.
  • Able to react to Statistical Process Control (SPC), read and understand production reports, process instructions, and identify/resolve issues within areas of responsibility.
  • Able to coordinate and communicate frequently with other team members to maintain desired workflow and meet production volumes.

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$927.9M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Western Digital's continuous product innovation, such as the 8TB WD Black SN850X SSD, positions it as a leader in high-performance storage solutions.
  • The company's expansion into new markets, including a $500,000 investment in new space in San Jose, indicates robust growth and development opportunities.
  • Strategic investments from firms like Los Angeles Capital Management LLC reflect strong market confidence and financial stability.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive data storage market requires Western Digital to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The company's broad product portfolio may lead to challenges in maintaining quality and consistency across all offerings.

What makes Western Digital unique

  • Western Digital's extensive product portfolio, including NAS, SAN, and hyper-converged infrastructure, caters to a wide range of clients from Fortune 500 companies to SMEs, unlike competitors who may focus on niche markets.
  • The company's focus on high-value storage solutions like the JetStor brand and all-flash arrays optimized for maximum I/O applications sets it apart in the data storage market.
  • Western Digital's commitment to innovation is evident in its recent launch of the world's largest 2TB 3D QLC flash memory chip, showcasing its technological leadership.

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Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan