What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineering College Co-op position at Hemlock Semiconductor?
Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) is a leading global provider of hyper pure polysilicon, an essential material used in the semiconductor and solar industries. From smartphones in your pocket to satellites in orbit, our materials play a foundational role in modern technology.
At HSC, employees do work that matters. Team members are part of a safety focused organization that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. Rooted in Michigan for more than 65 years, HSC continues to evolve through innovation, operational discipline and a strong commitment to its people and communities.
This role contributes to HSC’s ongoing work and long-term success by supporting teams, processes and priorities that keep operations running effectively.
Summary
This position is open to qualified and highly committed students enrolled in college located locally to the Hemlock Semiconductor site. It allows the selected student to work side-by-side with engineers and skilled professionals to assist with optimization efforts to improve yield, maximize throughput, maintain quality, and increase process safety and reliability. This role is a year-round position while the student is simultaneously taking classes.
Essential Functions
The student will be assigned tasks and projects based on their education level, current skills, and targeted development opportunities in line with current business and project needs. This can include:
High School Diploma
Enrolled in college or university STEM program, preferably engineering
Required Work Experience
Candidate must be attending a local college or university pursuing a STEM degree with preference given to engineering
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. 1302
At HSC, employees do work that matters. Team members are part of a safety focused organization that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. Rooted in Michigan for more than 65 years, HSC continues to evolve through innovation, operational discipline and a strong commitment to its people and communities.
This role contributes to HSC’s ongoing work and long-term success by supporting teams, processes and priorities that keep operations running effectively.
Summary
This position is open to qualified and highly committed students enrolled in college located locally to the Hemlock Semiconductor site. It allows the selected student to work side-by-side with engineers and skilled professionals to assist with optimization efforts to improve yield, maximize throughput, maintain quality, and increase process safety and reliability. This role is a year-round position while the student is simultaneously taking classes.
Essential Functions
The student will be assigned tasks and projects based on their education level, current skills, and targeted development opportunities in line with current business and project needs. This can include:
- Developing an understanding of the manufacturing processes
- Updating and distributing operational documentation
- Evaluating process performance and communication status
- Participating on project teams for implementing process improvements
- Excellent time management with proven ability to manage projects and meet deadlines
- Effective organizational skills leading to proper prioritization and coordination of multiple activities
- Knowledge / Expertise in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams)
- Good oral & written communication skills
- Analytical skills Behaviors (Examples: Detail Oriented, Innovative, Leader, Team Player)
- Excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skill
- Excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills
- Ability to deliver a quality product, pay attention to details, prioritize tasks, and follow through on details to completion
- Candidate should be able to take initiative on work that needs to be done, ask for clarity or additional instruction when needed, and be able to work independently as well as cooperative with the team
- Candidate should be flexible, cooperative, and have a positive attitude
High School Diploma
Enrolled in college or university STEM program, preferably engineering
Required Work Experience
Candidate must be attending a local college or university pursuing a STEM degree with preference given to engineering
- Candidate must be attending a local 2-year college or 4-year university.
- Must be a full-time student (12 or more credits) during the Fall and Winter semesters.
- Must have a minimum cumulative 2.70 GPA or higher to be part of the co-op program.
- Candidate must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours and not more than 28 hours during Fall and Winter school semesters. Summers could be up to 40 hours per week if a business need exists.
- Candidate must have right to work in the US and not require current or future sponsorship.
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. 1302