Principle Engineer, RBA, Quality Assurance

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

• Develop, plan and implement site Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) procedures/programs/capability building and ensures alignment with Corporate RBA policies, goals, and objectives.
• Ensure site compliance with governmental and local regulations pertaining to RBA Validated Assessment Program (VAP) requirements
• Ensure required regulatory and internal performance metric reports are submitted accurately and within established timelines
• Participate in the review of site RBA Code of Conduct requirements
• Sound knowledge of related standards ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and SA8000
• Work with EHS, HR, QA, Supply Chain, and Site Management to ensure appropriate corrective action is taken where Labor non-compliances or environmental, health and safety hazards exist.
• Co-ordination and preparation of necessary response for internal as well as external party audits (RBA, Customers, third party compliance audit, legal audit, etc).
• Guide Factory RBA leads to implement RBA Code of Conduct for Audit compliance 
• Maintain ongoing communications with RBA on any Code of Conduct updates and other new requirements
• Actively participate in RBA work group meetings

Qualifications

• 5+ years prior full-time relevant work experience in Corporate Social & Environment Responsibility auditor or auditing work auditors, or other involvement in an auditing process is required.
• RBA Factory Lead certification is preferred
• Experience working with Semiconductor product structures, manufacturing operations, supply chain management and driving projects in Social & Environmental responsibility areas.
• Working knowledge of global Environmental and Social responsibility standards and best management practices highly desired.
• The ideal individual must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ability to work well with people.
• A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyse complex problems. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills

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.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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