Associate Operator

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 1,500 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.

Summary

The Associate Chemical Process Operator will receive pre-deployment training in chemical process operator fundamentals as well as achieve role-based certification in a specific process area(s). The Associate Operator will work alongside the on-shift operators and assist them in operating the manufacturing assets. The Associate Operator role is intended to provide an opportunity to develop an operator’s knowledge, skills, and abilities in chemical process operations before being required to fill an on-shift role.

The Associate Operator is responsible for the use of operational discipline instructional documentation including SOP, SMP, SWI, SKP, Job Plan or any other temporary or permanent approved procedures in addition to adherence to all Site Safety Standards.

This role will be directly aligned with one of the process areas below:

• Distillation
• DPR
• FBR
• HCL
• HOST
• Plant Vent
• Utilities
• CVD

This role is accountable for all aspects of department performance including Safety & Environment, Quality, Reliability, Production, and Productivity.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for operation and maintenance of manufacturing assets in disciplined manner adhering to all regulatory and site management systems.
• Responsible for escalation of equipment issues to on-shift operators or Shift Leader.
• Recognize, react to, and escalate Abnormal Situations to on-shift operators or Shift Leader.
• Participate in shift exchange for area. Responsible for completion of shift exchange and up to date completion of instructional documentation (including SOP, SMP, SWI, SKP, Job Plan or any other temporary or permanent approved procedures) and shift communication.
• Assist on-shift operators by completing process rounds, taking samples, helping with purging, prepping and lockouts for maintenance activities.
• Writes safe work permits as directed.
• Participate in Behavior Based Safety program.
• Continuous learning in secondary roles or technology as directed.
• Participate in Continuous improvement program by generating and communicating ideas to improve the technology and process operations for higher quality, lower cost, safer and more reliable operation.
• Be able to work up to a 12-hour shift as needed Monday through Friday during training and ability to work 2-3-2 rotating 12-hour shift once certified

Education Requirements

High School Diploma

GED

Certification Requirements

State Driver's License

Required Work Experience

• Post High School education preferred.
• Internal Candidates for the Chemical Operations area must pass the Chemical Operator Fundamentals Test.
• 2 years of manufacturing experience or 1 year of chemical process operator experience or 1 year of skilled trades experience

Physical Requirements

Standing - Occasional (26-50%)

Walking - Occasional (26-50%)

Sitting - Occasional (26-50%)

Driving - Rare (1-25%)

Carrying - Rare (1-25%)

Push/Pull - Rare (1-25%)

Reaching - Rare (1-25%)

Twisting/Turning - Rare (1-25%)

Stoop/Squat - Rare (1-25%)

Bending - Rare (1-25%)

Crawling - Rare (1-25%)

Kneeling - Rare (1-25%)

Hand Movement - Rare (1-25%)

Light Lifting (10 - 20 pounds) - Rare (1-25%)

Heavy Lifting (51 - 100 pounds) - Rare (1-25%)

Medium Lifting (21 - 50 pounds) - Rare (1-25%)

Climbing - Occasional (26-50%)

The range for this position is $34.57 - $42.40 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
[email protected]
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Req No. 991