Manufacturing Technical Lead

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 Midland TCS Manufacturing Technical Leader serves as a recognized process technology expert who provides vision, technical expertise, and problem-solving solutions to meet HSC business objectives and ensures functional excellence. The Manufacturing Technical Leader reports to Production, providing a primary point of contact, and is accountable for optimizing process performance and product quality through defect elimination. The Manufacturing Technical Leader collaborates with Dow Run Plant Engineers and Improvement Engineers to assure we are consistent in production planning and performance of our assets.

Essential functions of the job

• Supports Production by managing process performance within assigned plant area. Drives the identification, prevention, and resolution of defects.
• Supports recovery from process upsets as requested by Production leadership.
• Provides stakeholders with visibility of process performance within assigned plant area.
• Maintains functional excellence through the use and oversight of management systems.
  • KPI Management - Defines and ensures effective management
  • Root Cause Analysis – Ensures defects are triggering appropriate investigations; Leads Level 2, assigns and oversees Level 0-1 RCIs
  • Control Plans – Establishes necessary control plans and ensures they are maintained
  • Standard Operating Procedures – Owns or is consulted for area SOPs
• Approver for Dow Management of Change and ensures effective manufacturing reviews

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Serves as Manufacturing Representative for capital projects
• Owns/manages the portfolio of process improvement projects for assigned plant area to be completed within the tactical and strategic time frames
• Collaborates with Dow Operations and leadership to prioritize and sponsor projects for approval
• Accountable for delivery of committed benefits and serves as Project Manager for select projects
• Lead representative for Midland TCS on HSC Daily Production Team reporting Operations/Production Status.

Skills

• Ability to effectively collaborate, communicate, and persuade Dow Operations
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of HSC manufacturing operations  in both Hemlock and Midland sites
• Excellent written and oral communication 

Behaviors

• Taking Initiative – Action Oriented 
• Managing Execution – Directs Work 
• Optimizing Talent – Builds Effective Teams 
• Building collaborative relationships - Manages conflict 
• Influencing People – Communicates Effectively 

Education Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, and/or Lean certification desired.
• Recognized expertise and leadership in a technology area.

Work Experience

• 5-7 years minimum experience
• Direct manufacturing experience preferred

The range for this position is  $123,000  -  $136,000  assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, 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. 739