Quality Control Technician

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 Quality Control Technician will support our quality department in maintaining and improving the quality of our products and processes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for problem solving, a desire to learn, and an interest in quality assurance in manufacturing or production environment.

The Quality Control Technician inspects raw materials, products, and processes to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. The role includes documenting findings, reporting deviations, and collaborating with cross functional teams to improve quality and consistency.

Essential functions of the job

• Observing production processes to ensure they meet standards and product customer specific requirements.
• Monitoring and managing raw incoming material quality performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather suggestions, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and support business development activities.
• Stay current with industry standards, best practices, and participating in training programs and professional development activities as needed.
• Preparing inspection reports: Writing reports to document inspection findings.
• Conducting quality control, process and product audits and elements of the Quality Management System (QMS), to the ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 standards.
• Support daily tracking and troubleshooting of Quality related data using statistical methods and tools.
• Support Root Cause Investigations to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support creation and improvement of PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Work Instructions
• Support SOP/SWI updates, customer complaints and OOC investigations.

Key FUNCTIONS:

• Safety: Follow all safety requirements through understanding of building and Site Emergency Response Procedures. Have knowledge and use of the Process Safety Management and Risk Management process.
• People/Teamwork: Active team member by identifying/ communicating issues, supporting quality problem solving efforts, documenting plans, and coordinating required follow-up actions.
• Quality: Responsible for supporting area quality tracking, coordination, and corrective actions.  Knowledge of HSC Quality control manual, systems and improving SPC tracking and charting is required. 

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct Procedure Use reviews and Audits to ensure operational discipline in the manufacturing environment.
• Participate on Six Sigma or other project teams to improve Quality Control.
• Maintain documented information.
• Support Supplier quality concerns.
• Conduct audits across 2 shifts, to ensure quality effectiveness of all manufacturing.

Skills

• Attention to detail: Thoroughness and accuracy in inspecting and testing.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in using measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Problem-solving: Ability to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Communication: Ability to clearly communicate quality concerns and recommendations.
• Record-keeping: Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections and results.

Education Requirements  

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certification or associate degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Certifications in Quality related fields such as ASQ, Lead Auditor, Inspection, is also preferred

Environment/Working Conditions

• Working Conditions: The engineer must be physically able to work in a manufacturing environment under less-than-ideal conditions.

The range for this position is  $42,400.00   -  $58,300.00 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. 905