Manager, Warehouse Process Control

**Company Description**
Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead and govern process operations across warehouse and FG inventory controls, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality compliance.
- Manage high-value scrap crushing operations to maximize efficiency and minimize losses.
- Act as site controller for the movement of components, products, and scrap, ensuring compliance with intellectual property (IP) control measures.
- Conduct and oversee audits and compliance assessments, leading a team of process control analysts in maintaining operational standards.
- Perform regular process FMEA assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
- Ensure SOPs are documented, controlled, and adhered to across all operations.
- Conduct success audits and governance reviews, ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
- Develop and update organizational playbooks and manage project execution timelines.
- Ensure adherence to organization KPIs and enforce compliance standards.
- Oversee and implement the 6S program, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across the team.
- Ensure quality compliance by developing and enforcing effective process controls and governance frameworks.

**TPM Control**:

- Ensure the effective implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices to maximize equipment efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Drive process innovation through participation in Kaizen, Small Group Activities (SGA), and Manufacturing Process Control (MPC) initiatives.
- Lead employee refresher training programs to ensure ongoing compliance and knowledge updates.
- Oversee business contingency management systems, ensuring they are up-to-date and functional.
- Lead the implementation and compliance of Integrated Management Systems (IMS) across all operations.

**People Management**:

- Manage the performance of the process control team by setting clear goals, regularly reviewing performance, and providing feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Identify development opportunities and implement training programs to enhance team skills and capabilities.
- Foster a positive work environment by encouraging collaboration, innovation, and open communication.
- Mentor and guide team members in their career development, aligning their growth with organizational objectives.
- Handle recruitment, onboarding, and performance appraisals, ensuring alignment with the organization’s talent management strategies.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree in Process Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in process governance, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
- Experience managing a team of process control or operations analysts.
- Demonstrated ability in performance management, talent development, and team leadership.
- Six Sigma certification or equivalent experience in Lean Manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of process FMEA, SOP management, and audit processes.
- Experience with business contingency planning and IMS implementations.
- Familiarity with IP control protocols related to component, product, and scrap movement.

**Key Competencies**:

- Strong problem-solving skills with a structured approach to diagnosing and resolving issues.
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing or Lean methodology.
- Six Sigma certification or Lean Expert with proficiency in DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology.
- Familiarity with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) control, with a strong ability to lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Proven experience in driving process innovation via Kaizen, SGA, and MPC initiatives.
- Proven experience in driving 6S program implementation and compliance.
- Strong organizational skills and strategic thinking.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with strong stakeholder management.
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