Distillation Maintenance Coordinator

At Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC), we transform people’s lives by energizing and connecting our world through silicon technology. Since 1961, HSC has been a leading global provider of hyper-pure polysilicon, and is the only polysilicon manufacturer headquartered in the United States. HSC plays an essential role in the semiconductor and solar industries, with the vision of becoming the preferred supplier of silicon-enabled technologies to the low-carbon, digital world.

Our polysilicon is used to make computer chips – the “brains” behind the electronic devices we rely on to make our lives easier, safer and more enjoyable. HSC is just one of six major manufacturers in the world that makes polysilicon used to create semiconductor wafers. In fact, nearly all electronic devices in the world contain HSC polysilicon.

We’re also moving the world toward a greener future by supplying the rapidly growing solar power industry. HSC is committed to doing good for our local Michigan and global communities, relentlessly improving our operations to remove supply chain carbon emissions. The low embodied greenhouse gas emissions in our polysilicon materials facilitates the production of ultra low-carbon solar panels. These panels allow solar project developers and owners to lower the embodied carbon of their projects by up to 50 percent.

To achieve our goals, we draw on the talents of more than 1,350 employees and contractors. Our employees thrive in a culture that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. We recognize and value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all of our people working together as One Team. At HSC, you belong to a team that is transforming our world.

High level summary of job

The Distillation Maintenance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating maintenance preparation, maintenance execution, and equipment return to service. The Maintenance Coordinator is responsible for assisting operations and the production team in process and equipment troubleshooting. The Maintenance Coordinator is accountable for clear communication of maintenance priority to the site maintenance organization as well as the Production team

Essential functions of the job

• Provide clear communication and direction to operations team for maintenance preparation, maintenance execution, and equipment return to service
• Accountable and responsible for independent management of work centers and maintaining SQER PM/PMINT compliance.
• Accountable and responsible for management of the work center maintenance spending by rationalizing monthly maintenance expenses against budget, independently identifying/implementing immediate opportunities for cost savings, and elevating potential significant unforeseen budget concerns.
• Provide feedback to Operational Excellence and Training team for instructional documentation improvement, modification and completeness.
• Accountable and responsible for strategic coordination of planned building maintenance and construction activities in the area including thorough and complete communication with Operations and Engineering and Services Organization.
• Accountable and responsible for providing expertise to assist Production and Operations team with process and equipment troubleshooting
• Accountable and responsible for creation and updating of Standard Maintenance Procedures to ensure accuracy, improvement and completeness.

Specific Areas of Responsibility

• Tank Farm / Trailer Station – S-21
• Tank Farm (TCS Sales 1275 & 1276) – S-27
• Tank Farm/Trailer Station – TCS – S-37
• 42N DIST - ARS/HOST/MEH, StmCond – S-42
• DCS column – S-48
• DCS Cylinder Filling station – S-51
• Tank Farm – crude – S-53
• Tank Farm – crude – S-67
• DIST - ARS/HOST/MEH, StmCond – S-73
• Tank Farm – Crude/TCS – S-303
• DIST - ARS/HOST/MEH/StmCond – S-305
• Tank Farm - Crude / TCS Tanks/Blend – S-403
• DIST - ARS/StmCond – S-405

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• This role is accountable for all aspects of department performance including Safety & Environment, Quality, Reliability, Production, and Productivity.
• Participate in Root Cause Investigations
• Provide backup support to other area Maintenance Coordinators
• Assist in the Operator Certification process.
• Support PHAs as a process expert when requested.
• Participate and assist Production Coordinator in leading Continuous Improvement

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strategic planning ability
• Proficient with SAP maintenance module
• Knowledge and understanding of HSC manufacturing operations
• Knowledge of HSC processes/standards and practices

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Post-Secondary education preferred
• Maintenance Coordinator Certification in area of responsibility must be obtained within one calendar year of accepting position. Recertification is not necessary thereafter.

Work Experience

• 5 years of manufacturing experience, HSC experience preferred

Environment/Working Conditions

This job involves about 50% percentage of time spent in a plant setting, which is outdoors and exposed to environmental conditions. This is necessary to observe the state of equipment and troubleshooting issues throughout the plant. There is possible exposure to HCl, airborne particulates, and chlorosilanes during time in the field.

The range for this position is  $88,960.00   -  $122,320.00 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. 807