This job is located in Hemlock, Michigan.

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.

Summary

HSC is seeking a self-driven, innovative and team-centric Employee Engagement and Communications to drive HSC’s internal communications strategy with a focus on employee engagement. The purpose of the Communications Department is to uplift the voice of HSC, crafting and telling our stories in compelling ways that invite people to join us and inspire them to cheer for us. All Department objectives and activities are in service of business outcomes and derived from HSC’s strategic priorities and operating plan. Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Employee Engagement and Communications will be responsible for engaging HSC team members, connecting them with HSC’s purpose and helping them thrive.

Essential Functions

• Own and manage HSC’s internal communications strategy with a focus on employee engagement. The Communications Department works as one team to own and deliver results in three strategic areas:
  
  • Promote market differentiation to maximize HSC’s value in the marketplace,
  • Facilitate building an empowered and engaged workforce to help HSC be best-in-class
  • Ensure HSC has a positive external reputation.
• Play an active role in communications innovation and be a proactive contributor of new ideas and strategies for employee communication, engagement, and culture.
• Serve as a main point person and trusted liaison for multiple internal constituents on internal communications strategy and tactics, providing valuable counsel and appropriate pushback.
  
  • Partner closely with key internal departments including HR, IT, and EHS&S.
• Lead the development and execution of major internal leadership events, primarily quarterly Town Hall meetings.
  
  • Act as event manager and content lead.
  • Formalize a quarterly "Big Idea" around which to center communications.
  • Work with leadership to determine, gather and create content and run of show.
  • Manage video production process, including on-site interviews with employees.
  • Q&A management during, before and after Town Hall.
• Develop and execute tailored internal communications campaigns aimed at 1. Amplifying key organizational messages 2. Ensuring HSC team members are heard and 3. Ultimately driving high engagement and positive outcomes for priority employee audiences.
  
  • Inclusive of Safety and Wellness campaigns, the United Way committee campaign, and EEC communications.
• Drive employee engagement and connection to HSC’s culture by supporting employee events and initiatives, including Bring Your Family to Work Day.
• Play an active role in the development of strategic internal communications strategies around high-profile issues as well as crisis situations.
• Act as main point of contact and ambassador when key stakeholder visitors and high visibility groups visit the site. Collaborate as a core team member in the organization and execution of high-profile on-site events.
• Act as Communications Emergency Response Coordinator.
  
  • Coordinate with HSC’s emergency response team to set up drills and tabletop exercises for the Communications Emergency Response Team.
  • Provide after-hours emergency communications support as-needed and is part of the on-call rotation.
  • Work with external partner resource if warranted for seamless public response in an emergency situation.
• Make the business case and remove roadblocks to ensure necessary tools are in place for executing the internal communications strategy.
• Develop KPIs to measure success and outcomes across internal communications functions. Produce quarterly reports to track our progress.

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Work closely and seamlessly with Employee Engagement and Communications Specialist, ensuring message alignment, sharing best practices and at times working together on the same project.
• Partner with HR on Engage with CEO/ELT meetings and integrate learnings from sessions.
• Collaborate closely with Communications team members to ensure alignment across internal and external communications.
• Manage external partner resources as assigned by the Director of Communications.

Skills/Behaviors

• Ability to think of strategic outcomes while executing tactics with excellence
• Demonstrates strong self-initiative in all areas of work, anticipating and finding creative solutions as issues arise
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong ability to communicate ideas and concepts creatively and concisely
• Ability to stay calm and regulated under pressure
• Appreciation of and ability to navigate relationship politics
• Strong project management skills; can juggle and organize multiple priorities
• Self-motivated and organized
• Action-oriented
• Ability to work across teams and departments in a highly collaborative way
• Ability to work with and coach executives to drive the best outcomes for employees
• Comfortable presenting in front of internal and external audiences
• Passion for finding new and creative ways to reach an audience

Minimum Required Education/Certification

• Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree in Communications education preferred

Minimum Required Work Experience

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in communications is required. Internal communications experience required.
• Demonstrated experience in driving successful outcomes with internal communications campaigns.
• Experience working with and providing coaching to senior executives.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across departments.
• Experience planning, writing, editing and distributing materials for internal audiences.
• Preferred experience working in a 1000+ organization with segmented internal audiences.

Hiring Manager: Tara Zachariah

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.