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 job summary and essential functions below apply to the Pipefitter/Welder Apprentice. Apprentices will be assisting Journeypersons in these duties as part of registered apprenticeship program.
Apprentice will be assisting Journeypersons in performing various types/procedures of welding, brazing, threading, and cutting using gas and electric welding equipment to maintain, install and dismantle all types of pipelines, fittings, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers as required for new construction and maintenance. Apprentices will also attend Trade school after hours to complete their apprenticeship.
Essential functions of the job
•Provide safe, timely, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance of welding, pipefitting and related component installation and maintenance.
•Maintain functional and technical expertise at a high skill level within the Pipefitter/Welder trade.
•Perform mechanical duties such as dismantling, moving, cleaning, repairing, and installing facility equipment.
•Execution of maintenance with optimal efficiency, quality, and safety. Following all applicable procedure, standards, specification, and guidelines.
•Complete time entry, technical findings, documentation of repairs and elevate abnormal conditions.
Additional Duties/Responsibilities
•High degree of attention required to prevent equipment upsets, where such an upset could cause a building/process shutdown.
•Works with plant engineering, project engineers, vendors/suppliers, and manufacturers reps on evaluating, approving, assisting, checking, and installation of
equipment.
•Available for emergency work and may require overtime on short notice. The job requires employee to be in the on call rotation within his/her specific trade group once deemed competent to be in the on call rotation.
•Wears needed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by applicable OSHA and HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR regulations.
•Always keep his/her work area and equipment clean.
•Employee must work in a safe manner and follow all pertinent HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR Safety Standards.
•Communicates job status to customer when complete or leaving for the day.
Skills
•Knowledgeable in the use of hand and power tools.
•Make best practice decisions, based on company policies.
•Requires varying degree of working to precision tolerances where amount of damage can be considerable.
•High degree of attention required to prevent injury to self, others and equipment when working on plant equipment.
•Work involves considerable stooping, bending and working in overhead structures and on scaffolds.
Education Requirements
•High School Diploma, good mechanical aptitude, along with excellent communication skills and safety record.
•Willing and able to work in a team environment.
•Passing grade on the HSC Skilled Trades Test
Work Experience
•Must have mechanical background.
Environment / Working Conditions
•Work in all types of weather. Physical qualifications will be considered due to climbing, working at times in cramped positions and occasionally lifting heavy objects.
•As a registered apprentice, required to track work hours via internal tracking program, for the appropriate category of the work completed.
Hiring Manager: Devin Woods
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.