Strategic Projects Manager

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

Lead a team of Strategic Project Leaders to address and solve HSC’s most complex and high impact problems.  Manages a portfolio of projects for HSC to deliver on key improvements for growth, quality, cost, continuous improvement, and other key strategic initiatives.

Essential functions of the job

• Lead a team of Strategic Project Leaders to address and solve HSC’s most complex and high impact problems.
• Manages a portfolio of projects for HSC to deliver on key improvements for growth, quality, cost, continuous improvement, and other key strategic initiatives from the Executive Leadership Team.
• Owns governance of HSC 5-year technology roadmap process and works with key leaders to deliver on targets.
• Application of Six Sigma methodologies and principles along with project leadership skills, analysis, and data analytics to solve complex problems.
• Works with the Executive Leadership to identify opportunities and charter projects.
• Ensures project leaders execute and deliver results according to project commitments.
• Tracks the portfolio of projects after completion to ensure root causes have been addressed, and the problem resolved.
• Ensure regular, timely, accurate communications are provided to sponsors and stakeholders regarding the progress, success and problems facing the project(s) being led.
• Stimulates management by posing new ways of doing things, challenging existing paradigms, and presenting new methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Strategy: Develop and implement strategic plans for key programs, ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of project leaders, promoting professional growth and high performance.
• Project Oversight: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met and to drive continuous improvement.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track program progress and drive accountability.
• Innovation: Promote a culture of innovation by encouraging new ideas and approaches to improve processes and outcomes.
• Six Sigma Implementation: Lead Six Sigma initiatives to improve process efficiency and quality, ensuring adherence to best practices and methodologies.
• Training and Development: Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of the project leadership team and other stakeholders.

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Owns overall Six Sigma and problem-solving methodologies for HSC.  Develops training curricula and ensures it is delivered to meet business objectives.
• Provides leadership for safety investigations for corporate recordable incidents using rigorous root cause investigation techniques.

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent strategic planning and organizational abilities.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Expertise in Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs.

Education Requirements

• B.S. Chemical / Mechanical Engineering.  Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certified

Work Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in chemical or equivalent industry and demonstrated expertise in leading technical projects. 
• 3-5 years in a leadership role in chemical or equivalent industry. 

Environment/Working Conditions

• 90% of the work is office, meeting, desk work.

• 10% of the time will be spent visiting processes in manufacturing.

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. 704