Cleanroom Operator

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Date: May 4, 2026

Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: hemlocksem

Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) is a leading global provider of hyper pure polysilicon, an essential material used in the semiconductor and solar industries. From smartphones in your pocket to satellites in orbit, our materials play a foundational role in modern technology.

 

At HSC, employees do work that matters. Team members are part of a safety focused organization that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. Rooted in Michigan for more than 65 years, HSC continues to evolve through innovation, operational discipline and a strong commitment to its people and communities.

 

This role contributes to HSC’s ongoing work and long-term success by supporting teams, processes and priorities that keep operations running effectively.

 

Summary

Cleanroom Operator is responsible to execute daily production directed by the Room Leader/Production Coordinator with guidance by SWIs in a disciplined manner to safely and efficiently manufacture a quality product.

Follow all SOP, SKP, Job Plans or any other temporary or permanent approved procedures in adherence to all Site Safety Standards.

Specific areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:

 

  • S-30 Cleanroom Breaking
  • S-130 Cleanroom Breaking
  • S-430 Cleanroom Breaking

 

This role is accountable for being aware of department performance including Safety & Environment, Quality, Reliability, Production, and Productivity

Essential Functions

  • Breaking, packaging, and labeling of polysilicon using hand tools to meet customer specifications.
  • Cleanroom operator will also rotate between various jobs such as sealing and rework of polysilicon while following all safety and quality standards.
  • This job requires a disciplined approach using various forms of instructional documentation, such as Standard Work Instruction (SWI’s) and temporary or permanent Job plans/procedures.
  •  Recognize, react to, and escalate Abnormal Situations to Table Leader/Room Leader/ECO/Shift Leader/Finishing Shift Coordinator.
  • Responsible for operation of assets in a disciplined manner adhering to all regulatory and site management systems
  • Provide feedback to Operational Excellence and Training team for instructional documentation improvement, modification, and completeness.
  • Participate in Continuous improvement program by generating and communicating ideas to improve the technology and process operations for higher quality, lower cost, safer and more reliable operation.
  • Keep current with training in LMS
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Skills: 

 

  • Competent knowledge of HSC manufacturing operations.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Understanding of HSC processes, standards, and practices.

 

Training Schedule:

 

  • First two weeks of training: 40 hours, day shift (Monday-Friday).
  • Transition to a 12-hour per shift 2-3-2 schedule with a rotating shift, alternating between days and nights every two weeks(6am-6pm/6pm-6am), including every other weekend.

 

Minimum Requirements:

 

  • High School Diploma or GED.

 

What Makes You Stand Out:

 

  • 1 year of experience in operations, manufacturing, maintenance, agriculture, or related industry.
  • Military experience. 
  • Demonstrated job longevity.
  • Demonstrated leadership in previous roles.
  • Continued college education.

 

The range for this position is  $22.14  assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, variable bonus, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

 

989.301.5333
or email your request to
G1HSC-HR@hscpoly.com
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Req No. 1292 


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