Talent Pipeline​/Outreach Specialist

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.

As the Talent Pipeline/Outreach Specialist you will partner with department managers in the the development of robust end-to-end talent pipeline avenues by designing and managing programs that engage and prepare future talent from early education (PreK–12) through university, including pre-apprenticeship pathways. Partners with schools, educators, and internal stakeholders to create aligned programs that support long-term workforce needs, ensuring a strong, diverse, and sustainable pipeline of qualified talent.

• Build and sustain strong relationships with local school districts to design and implement student programs (internships, co-ops, work-based learning, pre-apprenticeship) aligned to HSC's occupational needs and hiring timelines.
• Respond to school outreach for curriculum collaboration, STEM grant reviews, partnership opportunities and subject matter expertise.
• Coordinate and support college summer internship and cooperative education programs, including student recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and engagement activities aligned with workforce pipeline needs.

• Manage the full student lifecycle from recruitment through onboarding during student program sessions.
• Lead process and development of full-time hiring decisions. Monitor eligibility, performance, and compliance; extend offers.
• Coordinate housing for non-local students. Collaborate with external partners to support student progress in on-site work experiences. Monitor housing to fit student needs. Determine best fit and cost alternatives annually.

• Support departmental workforce needs and recommend curriculum alignments or new pathway development.
• Coordinate and monitor headcount approvals for student and entry-level roles; align student pipelines with long-term hiring and succession strategies.

• Maintain streamlined processes and documentation (Work Based Learning Handbook, onboarding materials, etc.).
• Track and report on student program data.
• Coordinate student recruitment events, collect feedback from students and managers, and recommend continuous improvement to promote HSC's mission and culture.
• Manage the full candidate lifecycle, from identification through extending offers and onboarding, while ensuring students remain eligible and successful through GPA monitoring and enrollment checks.

• Partnership Development & Relationship Management
  Build and sustain relationships with school districts, community organizations, and internal stakeholders.
• Program Design & Curriculum Alignment
  Support workforce needs by recommending pathways and collaborating with educators on curriculum and pre-apprenticeship program design.
• Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
  Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for students and entry-level roles, including sourcing, selection, and offer extension.
• Data Monitoring & Compliance
  Track student eligibility and academic performance while ensuring adherence to program and legal requirements.
• Strategic Planning & Needs Assessment
  Align student programs and partnerships to long-term hiring strategies and evolving occupational needs.
• Communication & Coordination
  Engage effectively with students, managers, educators, administrators, and community partners through strong verbal and written communication.
• Organizational & Documentation Skills
  Maintain accurate records, manage multiple…