MALLIKARJUN MUDAGALL
Danville, CA,CA
Summary
Experienced EHS leader with 10+ years of experience driving strategic initiatives, fostering a strong safety culture, and ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple industries and global locations. Proven expertise in developing comprehensive EHS programs, conducting thorough incident investigations, and performing risk assessments to mitigate hazards. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights to improve processes and enhance safety performance. Adept at influencing stakeholders, mentoring teams, and promoting employee engagement through effective communication strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
EHS Lead
Apple
01.2024 - Current
- Led global EHS initiatives for Battery storage & testing, Robotics, E-waste recycling and Chemical Labs
- Performed risk assessments and led design reviews for facility modifications and new equipment installations, ensuring adherence to jurisdiction codes, safety standards and best practices
- Liaised with regulators and cross functional teams win securing permits and ensure compliance during inspections
- Conducted incident investigations, inspection walks and implemented corrective measures to create a secure work environment
Principal EHS / Manager
Quantumscape(QS)
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Oversaw EHS programs for R&D, Pilot Manufacturing, and Office facilities across multiple sites
- Implemented hazardous waste recycling strategies, reducing waste expenditure by $15,000/month and promoting sustainability
- Interfaced with SJFD, Hazmat and Consultants in obtaining Battery storage permit as per new CFC 2022 code requirements
- Conducted risk assessments and incident investigations, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Mentored and developed a team of 3 direct reports, fostering professional growth and building a strong safety culture
Technical Facilities Manager
Applied Materials (AMAT)
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Responsible for maintenance and operation of all fab and lab critical facilities support systems
- Led construction projects and managed associated budgets by managing 3rd party IFM and other contractors to ensure maintenance and regulatory compliance of various facility and lab equipment
Product Safety Lead
Applied Materials (AMAT)
06.2018 - 10.2021
- Product Safety point of contact for a portfolio of Semiconductor capital equipment
- Managed 3rd party Product Safety evaluators in conducting safety assessments of tools and drove corrective actions within timelines and budget
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop and integrate functional safety controls on equipment, ensuring compliance with global SEMI standards
- Conducted thorough design reviews and risk assessments for new product development, ensuring compliance to SEMI and other global standards
EHS Manager
Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)
12.2016 - 06.2018
- Responsible for safety of 3500+ employees across 4 locations and safe operation of >100 semiconductor equipment
- Championed EH&S Policies, Trainings, and Safety Awareness campaigns, resulting in increased employee engagement and awareness
- Implemented Management of Change and Change Review Board programs, reducing lab incidents by 35%
- Mentored and developed 4 direct reports
Marketing Manager
3M India Limited
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Generated $4M of annual revenue at a CAGR of 19% from 2014 - 2016 and developed a 3-year product pipeline for adhesives and abrasives and implemented effective capacity utilization of local manufacturing facility in India
Technical Product Support
Applied Materials Inc. (AMAT)
09.2007 - 02.2013
- Provided on-site technical support for new equipment, NPI hardware, software installation and operation, Interfaced and coordinated with cross-functional teams for product releases, retrofits, design optimizations, and resolution of customer issues
Education
M.S - Environmental Engineering
Southern Methodist University
01.2004
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology
01.2002
Skills
- Spearheaded EHS policies, trainings, and awareness campaigns, increasing employee and leadership engagement through effective communication strategies
- Mentored and developed teams in incident investigations, permitting, design reviews, equipment safety, audits, and hazardous waste reduction programs
- Instrumental in creating Emergency Response Plan and launching a Volunteer Emergency Response Team comprising 38 members, delivering targeted training to build team capabilities
- Excelled in influencing all levels of management and leadership, leveraging data driven KPIs to empower informed decision-making and drive continuous improvement in achieving strategic EHS goals
- Served as the Safety Point of Contact for construction activities, equipment installation design reviews, and pilot manufacturing facility safety
- Skilled in interpreting and ensuring compliance with Fire Code, BAAQMD, SEMI standards, NFPA 70E, Cal-OSHA and DTSC hazardous waste regulations Managed permit acquisitions and renewals
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including R&D, to design and implement comprehensive EHS programs including Management of Change, JHAs, Chemical Management, Confined Space, Electrical Safety, Waste management and Contractor Safety
- Successfully led several regulatory inspections achieving zero fineable Violations
Timeline
EHS Lead
Apple
01.2024 - Current
Principal EHS / Manager
Quantumscape(QS)
07.2022 - 01.2024
Technical Facilities Manager
Applied Materials (AMAT)
10.2021 - 07.2022
Product Safety Lead
Applied Materials (AMAT)
06.2018 - 10.2021
EHS Manager
Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)
12.2016 - 06.2018
Marketing Manager
3M India Limited
10.2014 - 12.2016
Technical Product Support
Applied Materials Inc. (AMAT)
09.2007 - 02.2013
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology
M.S - Environmental Engineering
Southern Methodist University
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