Supply Chain 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.

The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for the day‑to‑day execution of trade compliance and traceability activities supporting U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforcement actions, customer import detentions, and supplier documentation requirements. The role manages high‑volume, deadline‑driven operational work across CBP responses, supplier and toll‑manufacturing traceability, import documentation review, and customer‑facing detention support. This position is critical to maintaining compliant import and export operations while minimizing regulatory, operational, and customer risk.

• Prepare and submit CBP traceability and enforcement response packages, including responses to audits, detentions, and formal trace requests
• Coordinate CBP traceability requests and responses with external legal counsel, ensuring alignment on documentation, timing, and regulatory positioning
• Manage day ‑ to ‑ day traceability inquiries and documentation requests from internal stakeholders, CBP, brokers, and customers
• Manage intake, organization, and control of silicon supplier shipment documentation, ensuring traceability readiness
• Perform document quality reviews and coordinate corrections with suppliers to resolve gaps, discrepancies, or enforcement risk
• Execute traceability requirements for toll manufacturing partners, including multi ‑ party documentation and shipment ‑ level validation
• Prepare and submit duty drawback claims in coordination with internal teams and external partners
• Prepare customer attestation letters and supporting materials for import detentions, coordinating closely with commercial customer service teams

• Provide project management support for internal initiatives
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings or working groups, as needed
• Assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, or summaries
• Support cross‑training and provide backup coverage to ensure continuity of trade compliance and traceability operations

• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques
• Effective project management and coordination skills.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically, identify opportunities, and formulate actionable recommendations.
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

• Experience in the silicon metals industry or other raw materials supply chains.
• Knowledge of international trade regulations and compliance standards.
• Previous experience in customer relations management.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain

The range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a…