Director, Environmental Health & Safety

  • Full-time
  • Business Function: Environmental Health & Safety
  • Work Location: Prachin Buri--LOC_HGST_2THBS

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Development, implement, and maintain EHS programs and procedures necessary to ensure the safety of employees, customers/clients, contractors, suppliers, or visitors of Western Digital Thailand and the compliance of our operations to regulations and international standards
  • Lead and manage Thailand EHS department in multiple sites (BPI and PRB location) and reporting to the Vice President of HDD Operations, Thailand. Act as Environmental, Health and Safety Management Representative for Western Digital Thailand
  • Collaborate with and develop excellent working relationships with all APAC & Global EHS stakeholders (including relevant Western Digital project teams such as IMS, Corporate Sustainability, Learning Management System development team, etc.) to ensure superior operational outcome and service delivery
  • Drive to improve EHS operations by providing trending analysis, establishing standard documentation workflows across Thailand sites, aligning processes and documentation with IMS expectations, aligning training needs, identifying and pursuing tools to improve Thailand process efficiencies, etc.
  • Support change management as it pertains to dynamic EHS needs

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor's degree/10+ years related work experience; or Master’s degree/8+ years related work experience
  • Prior experience in high-tech manufacturing environments
  • Demonstrated EHS program management experience with an emphasis in health and safety, or a combination of education and direct experience.
  • Project management and relevant EHS certifications a plus.

SKILLS:

  • Strong oral and written communication skills, strong verbal presentation skills and executive presence to communicate planning strategy and concepts to leadership, stakeholders and staff
  • Team player who has successfully worked in a matrixed organization and demonstrates the strength of team, is adaptable and is capable of driving change
  • Knowledge of Thailand EHS regulatory frameworks, particularly as they apply to high-tech manufacturing
  • Ability to effectively interpret and apply policy and procedures
  • Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to process work quickly, accurately and with changing priorities
  • Proficiency with office systems and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Mac tools, Tableau, Smartsheet)
  • Exceptional project management and organization skills with an ability to guide others to deliver
  • Experience in developing business processes and business process mapping
  • Advanced relationship building skills
  • Develops, coordinates, guides and maintains Thailand EHS strategic and operational plans in support of company vision, mission, values, and Thailand site objectives & targets.
  • Manages the environmental, industrial, health and safety regulation and other requirements compliance for total Thailand and ensures that site operates according to company’s standards, external accrediting standards, and legal requirements.

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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