Quality Control Specialist

This job is located on Hemlock, MI

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 Quality Control Specialist (QCS) plays a vital role in materials manufacturing to ensure that products 100% conform to quality requirements with every batch. Quality Control Specialists serve as Subject Matter Experts in Quality Control functions to include Data Analysis, Risk Assessment and Continual Improvement. The QCS is an integral team member focused on improving Quality, Yield, and reducing Quality Defects.

Essential functions of the job

• Facilitate out-of-control Quality events, and lead recovery effort back to normal operating state.

• Escalate prolonged quality concerns or repetitive out-of-control situations to Process Engineering.

• Oversee and approve qualification work (process, intermediates, products) in support of manufacturing.

• Provide leadership and collaboration of product quality issues to meet the customer requirements.

• Conduct daily tracking, and troubleshooting of Quality related data using statistical methods and tools.

• Lead and or support Root Cause Investigations to implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Lead and or support Quality Control Audits on Products, Processes and elements of the Quality Management System (QMS), to the ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 standards.

• Lead and or support creation and improvement of PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Work Instructions.

• Transform observations and trends into project opportunities to bolster business goals.

• Support SOP/SWI updates, customer complaints, OOC investigation, DOEs and provide on-call quality support when needed.

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct Procedure Use reviews and Audits to ensure operational discipline in the manufacturing environment

• Participate on Six Sigma or other project teams to improve Quality Control

• Maintain documented information

• Support Supplier quality concerns and ISO 9001 audits

• Conduct audits across 2 shifts, to ensure quality effectiveness of all manufacturing

• Perform additional Quality Control Specialist duties as assigned.

Skills

• Proactive questioning / Auditing skills

• Analytical (understanding of statistical methods, tools and software programs)

• Troubleshooting and root cause investigation skills

• Effective written and oral communication

Education Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Materials Science or STEM related field is preferred.

• Certifications in Quality related fields such as ASQ, Lead Auditor, Inspection, APQP, PMP, SQE, or QE is also preferred.

Work Experience

• 3 years minimum work experience with a strong understanding of automotive, semiconductor manufacturing, or other electronics manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated analytical skills and understanding of statistical methods.

• Experience in report writing, distilling, and presenting information to managers.

• Experience interacting with company leadership and customers on quality topics.

Hiring Manager: Janet Wolfgram

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.