Finishing Production Leader

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 Production Leader is responsible to lead and manage the resources and assets within their department to produce high-quality products safely, consistently, and sustainably. As the accountable leader for department performance, the Production Leader leads their production team to effectively collaborate across organizational boundaries to achieve optimal safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity results.

Essential functions of the job

• Provide tactical direction for operation and maintenance of manufacturing assets in a disciplined manner, adhering with all regulatory and site management systems.
• Provide strategic organizational leadership to meet the site production plan safely and efficiently through effective risk management and defect elimination.
• Sustain optimal safety culture and performance through demonstrated leadership, clarity of expectations, operational discipline, and risk management.
• Lead the establishment and achievement of departmental goals in alignment with business objectives.
• Manage team performance and culture, achieving optimal employee engagement through effective coaching, development, and recognition.
• Effectively manage fixed expenses to meet budget and resources to deliver continuous improvement.

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead and/or support initiatives with broad production impact.
• Collaborate across functions for investment in the department and ensure seamlessly integrated into manufacturing.

Skills

• Ability to lead and develop teams of diverse individuals.
• Ability to lead groups of individuals without direct reporting lines.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Demonstrated strong decision-making leadership.
• Exceptional knowledge and understanding of manufacturing operations.

Behaviors that will set you up for success

• Understanding the Business – Business Insight
• Making Complex Decisions - Decision Quality
• Taking Initiative – Action Oriented
• Managing Execution – Directs Work
• Focusing on Performance – Ensures Accountability & Drives Results
• Building Collaborative Relationships – Collaborates
• Optimizing Talent – Builds Effective Teams
• Influencing People – Communicates Effectively & Drives Engagement
• Being Authentic – Courage & Instills Trust
• Being Flexible and Adaptable – Being Resilient

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (engineering preferred), or minimum 10 years manufacturing experience.

Work Experience

• 5 years 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. 708