Health and Safety Professional at Western Digital

Fremont, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, Data Storage, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety Engineering, or related field
7+ years of progressive EHS experience in industrial settings

Responsibilities

Lead the site's emergency response program, including developing, maintaining, and implementing the Emergency Action Plan and the site BORP (Business Occupancy and Resumption Plan)
Serve as the primary contact and coordinator during any on-site emergency, working with external agencies and the Emergency Response Team
Organize and lead regular emergency preparedness drills and exercises to test response effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
Demonstrate knowledge of facility life safety systems including fire alarm and toxic gas monitoring systems
Act as the EHS technical expert on cross-functional teams for the installation, modification, and decommissioning of new or existing equipment
Review equipment specifications and engineering plans to ensure all EHS requirements and safety features, such as interlocks and guards, are incorporated prior to installation
Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure they adhere to all facility and regulatory EHS standards during installation
Perform pre-startup safety reviews and validate that equipment is installed and used according to manufacturer's recommendations and EHS requirements
Provide support implementing the site & global IMS program, including ISO 14001, 45001, 22301 as well as the global Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) certifications
Conduct risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions
Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; implement preventive measures
Submit environmental reporting, waste management, air/water quality monitoring, and sustainability initiatives
Deliver EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and leadership
Serve as liaison with regulatory bodies and external auditors as related to EHS responsibilities
Lead emergency preparedness and response planning
Mentor junior EHS staff and promote continuous improvement
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS policies, procedures, and programs

Skills

EHS

Environmental Regulations

Occupational Health

Safety Management Systems

Emergency Response

Emergency Action Plan

Business Continuity Planning

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Assessment

Safety Culture

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

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.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$927.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

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

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.

Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.

Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.

The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.

Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.

Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.

Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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