Batu Kawan: In line with Malaysia’s National Semiconductor Strategy, Micron Technology Inc is strengthening its role as a leading provider of semiconductor assembly and test, contributing to both the local economy and Malaysia’s high-tech skills development.
Moorthy Murgaiah, Micron’s senior director of global human resources operations, said in an exclusive interview with Bernama that the US semiconductor maker’s continued investment in Malaysia has outpaced its manufacturing capacity, and the company is looking to expand, particularly in the advanced packaging sector. He said he is committed to playing a vital role in developing local human resources. High-tech semiconductor back-end process.
“As part of our strategy, Micron is focused on increasing the skill level of Malaysian workers, providing upskilling opportunities in complex and high-precision semiconductor work.Since we started our operations in Penang, , our contribution is evident not only in terms of products, but also in developing a skilled workforce capable of managing advanced semiconductor technology.
“As talent mobility increases globally, it is important for Micron to attract, retain and develop local talent, which in turn strengthens Malaysia’s position in the global semiconductor supply chain,” he said. It will happen,” he said.
He expects Micron’s continued presence and investment in talent development to have a lasting impact on the local ecosystem and provide a skilled workforce that will drive Malaysia’s growth as a global semiconductor hub. He said that it has been done.
Moorthy said that in addition to its operations in Penang, Micron’s broader strategy includes contributing to the development of Malaysia’s semiconductor sector by increasing the complexity of the products it manufactures, and this move will The country as a leader in the high-tech manufacturing sector, not only creating high-value jobs but also fostering innovation.
The company’s investment in talent development is therefore key to its strategy, and Micron is particularly focused on attracting new talent from universities, with nearly 80% to 85% of new hires being recent graduates, he said. said.
“To ensure the growth of these new employees, Micron is investing significantly in a structured development program to prepare them to play a key role in the company’s operations. “For our existing employees, we have developed a variety of upskilling programs in collaboration with local governments and government agencies to help us remain competitive in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry.”
Moorthy aims to develop a skilled workforce that can drive the next generation of semiconductor advancements in Malaysia, and his focus on talent development and continuous learning will help Micron’s Penang business become a global leader in the company’s global He pointed out that this would serve as the basis for a global network.
Meanwhile, in a concerted effort to meet the growing demand for technical talent in the region, Micron said it will collaborate with Penang Science Cluster to fundamentally strengthen science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. .
The collaboration, which began in 2019, aims to increase interest in STEM fields among students and build a robust pipeline of skilled workers to meet the needs of both new and expanding businesses in Penang. he said. – Bernama
