Manufacturing Specialist (Drive Operations)

About our group:

The Production Operations organization at Seagate Singapore (W1) is responsible for delivering safe, high‑quality, and cost‑efficient backend HDD manufacturing output. The team oversees 24/7 factory operations, workforce planning, operational excellence, production control, cross‑functional coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives to support Seagate's global supply chain and customer commitments.

About the role - you will:

• Lead and responsible for all aspects of the production process, including equipment set-up and maintenance, production/fabrication, test, production training, and machine/tool making with higher independence.
• Manage manpower deployment and activities in production area(s) including setting up and operating a variety of automatic or semi-automatic machines used in the production of the company's product.
• Perform complex electrical tasks as part of the assembly process, contributing to the production of cutting-edge products.
• Able to conduct On-The-Job training for new hires and existing operators.
• Act as line trainer, ensuring adherence to Work Instructions and quality standards.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams to resolve issues.
• Support process and manufacturing improvement, participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support reporting, tracking, and escalation of key operational metrics.
• Perform process related to Labelling, Packing & Palletizing of Parts, Boxes, Pallet, etc.
• Perform Handling/ Shifting of Parts/ Equipment involving the use of lifting equipment.

About you:

• Proven ability to lead and coordinate a small team in the production environment.
• Good understanding in English (reading and understanding Work Instructions).
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Be adaptable and willing to take on other ad-hoc duties as assigned.
• Physically able to carry work items up to 3kg.
• Able to stand and walk for extended hours (4 to 7 hours).
• Willing to work 12-hrs shift.
• Prepared to work on Weekends and Public Holidays.
• Shift Pattern: Work 3 days, Rest 2 days or Work 2 days, Rest 3 days (3-2-2-3 Work Pattern)
• Day Shift : 7.30am - 7.45pm
• Night Shift : 7.30pm - 7.45am
• Meal & Rest Break: 45 mins & 30 mins

Your experience includes:

• Prior experiences in the Back-End manufacturing industry an advantage.
• Prior experience as a senior operator, trainer, line leader or cell lead.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant manufacturing experience.

Location:

Location: Woodlands, Singapore, W1
Travel: None