Specialist 3, Employee Relations

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

We are seeking a Specialist 3, Employee Relations to join our People Experience team in Penang, Malaysia. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to employees and management, fostering a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and employment regulations. You will handle complex employee relations matters with professionalism, empathy, and discretion, supporting the organization's commitment to fair and equitable treatment of all employees.

Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve employee complaints, grievances, and disputes in a timely and impartial manner; Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment-related matters; Support performance management processes, including documentation, coaching, and disciplinary actions when necessary; Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives and programs to enhance workplace culture and retention; Conduct employee relations training for managers on topics such as conflict resolution, performance management, and workplace conduct; Maintain accurate and confidential employee relations records and documentation; Analyze employee relations trends and metrics to identify patterns and recommend preventive measures; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address organizational development and employee experience challenges; Ensure compliance with local employment laws and organizational policies throughout all employee relations activities

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in employee relations, human resources, or a related field; Proven experience investigating employee complaints and managing conflict resolution

Nice to have

Strong knowledge of employment law, workplace policies, and HR best practices; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels; Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion; Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities; Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify trends; Experience supporting performance management and employee development initiatives; Ability to remain objective and impartial when addressing employee relations matters; Experience with union or workplace culture initiatives; Familiarity with mediation or conflict resolution techniques