Director Facilities

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 and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

Summary

Senior leader with end-to-end responsibility for site/regional facilities operations, including technical strategy, system improvements, project delivery, budgeting, and sustainability. Proven track record in aligning facilities operations with corporate vision, ensuring compliance, optimizing operational efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams across departments, sites, and external stakeholders. Strong focus on cost optimization, workplace safety, employee well-being, and sustainability initiatives.

Broad functional roles & responsibilities

1. Lead and oversee the regional/site facilities organization, including strategy, systems integration, project execution, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
2. Act as the primary liaison across departments, sites, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to ensure seamless collaboration and operational efficiency.
3. Develop and implement strategic and operational plans aligned with the company's mission, vision, values, and performance targets.
4. Set operational goals and delegate responsibilities to managers; monitor progress and evaluate outcomes to drive continuous success.
5. Shape and enforce company policies affecting both local and broader operational scopes.
6. Ensure efficient management of facilities, including maintenance and support services, while promoting a secure, safe, and employee-friendly workplace.
7. Manage annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets to meet financial targets, ensuring cost-effective operations and project delivery.
8. Build and maintain talent development programs to attract, retain, and grow key facilities personnel in alignment with Corporate Real Estate goals.
9. Ensure full compliance with internal standards, industry accreditations, and legal regulations at all operational levels.
10. Champion and lead sustainability efforts across the site/factory, driving initiatives in line with corporate sustainability strategies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

1. Provide strategic oversight on all engineering improvement initiatives, with a focus on ITP and potential ITP projects.
2. Lead the Energy Risk Management (ERM) system through effective PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycles to drive energy efficiency.
3. Engage cross-functional facility teams and external customers to deliver technical solutions aligned with business needs.
4. Plan, implement, and leverage engineering data analytics to support operational and strategic decision-making.
5. Drive the integration of facility initiatives to ensure resources are aligned with evolving business demands.
6. Develop and implement energy conservation designs and installations to improve capital investment returns and reduce Cost per build.
7. Review and manage facility capacity planning to support and scale with production requirements.
8. Oversee BU (Business Unit) project planning, scheduling, and execution to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
9. Oversee contractor performance including job scope, budget, quality, delivery, and payment, while supporting key contractor selection with Purchasing.
10. Collaborate with Finance, Purchasing, Engineering, and IE teams to develop and execute Facilities project action plans within budget.
11. Standardize and implement common facilities project execution practices and quality standards.
12. Prepare project schedules for tendering, budgeting, and detailed execution planning.
13. Monitor procurement delivery and validate subcontractor progress reports for timely and accurate payment validation.
14. Work with the Construction team to track variation order and report deviations or risks to project stakeholder
15. Ensure timely project completion while maintaining strict control within budgets, material usage, and manpower allocation.
16. Ensure all facility design work adheres to relevant codes and safety standards, with full commitment to safe execution practices.

Qualifications

Qualifications

1. Possess over 10 years of experience in facilities and machinery operations and maintenance within manufacturing or high-tech environments, with a preference for candidates who have managed multiple factories across different locations.
2. Strong technical knowledge in electrical systems, cleanroom, HVAC systems, and both DI and wastewater treatment processes.
3. Broad engineering background with interdisciplinary understanding of facility design, engineering, and construction management.
4. Proven leadership experience with 3+ years in senior management roles overseeing Sr. Managers, Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, and technical teams.
5. Effective collaborator with strong ability to build relationships with external vendors, contractors, and engineering consultants.

Skills & Attributes

1. 1. Business strategy planning
   2. Analytical Thinking
   3. Problem Solving and Decision Making
   4. Negotiation
   5. Leadership
   6. Communication
   7. Cross-team Collaboration
   8. Coaching and Developing Others
   9. Flexibility & Adaptability
   10. Result Oriented
   11. Continuous Improvement

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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