Employee Communications Specialist

About the Company

At WD, 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, WD 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®, and WD_BLACK™.

WD is seeking a Communications professional to join our Employee Communications team to provide internal communications support for regional drivers, factory workforce, and Global Operations, working closely with team leaders. This is an onsite role that reports to the Director of Employee Communications in San Jose, CA, U.S.

Responsibilities

• Create internal content (toolkits, articles, digital signage, newsletters, etc.) that engages factory-based employees and ensures they have relevant information and updates
• Develop team all-hands communication content, talking points, recognition program materials, and learning & development forum content
• Manage communication channels and tools for factory and operations audiences
• Work with Global Operations Leaders to support team communications and programs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Communications, Leadership) to ensure consistency and alignment of translated content with company goals and values

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Linguistics, or a related field
• 2–5 years of internal communications experience, preferably in a manufacturing or technical environment
• Fluent in Thai and English (spoken and written), with strong grammar and comprehension skills
• Familiarity with terminology related to electronics, mechanical engineering, or data storage technologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of Thai cultural and business norms
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to convey tone, intent, and context accurately
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects under tight deadlines

Skills

• Experience working in a multinational manufacturing company
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
• Ability to adapt language for different audiences (e.g., technicians, engineers, executives)

Additional Information

• Will report to the Director of Employee Communications in San Jose, CA and collaborate closely with Global Operations Leaders, Executive Communications Leads, and various stakeholders
• WD is committed to an inclusive environment and offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities; for accommodations contact jobs.accommodations@wdc.com
• Notice to Candidates: WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying or receiving an offer; report any such requests to WD Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com