Hemlock Semiconductor to host a career fair

Clarksville, TN – Hemlock Semiconductor, L.L.C. is hosting a career fair on Thursday, October 14th, from 9:00am to 7:00pm at the Montgomery County Civic Center (350 Pageant Lane) in Clarksville.

Workers who are interested in applying for jobs at Hemlock Semiconductor’s Clarksville facility can get information about available positions for production operators, as well as jobs in skilled trades, loss prevention and occupational health.

Limited information about professional positions will be available, as a separate event for engineers is planned for early 2011. More information about careers at Hemlock Semiconductor is available at www.hscpoly.com.

Austin Peay State University cuts the ribbon on the Hemlock Semiconductor Building

Austin Peay State University held a ribbon cutting for its new Chemical Engineering Technology Facility yesterday. The facility which has been designated the Hemlock Semiconductor Building will train Austin Peay Students to fill the skilled labor needs for the new Polysilicon plant being built in North Clarksville. The ribbon cutting was attended by area dignitaries along with HSC officials, and was open to the general public.

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Community leaders presented with economic development award

Executives from Business Facilities magazine visited Clarksville on Tuesday to present community leaders with the publication’s Silver Award for 2009 Economic Deal of the Year. The award was based on Hemlock Semiconductor’s decision to base their $2.5 billion polysilicon plant in Clarksville.

Ted Coene, co-president of Group C Media, the publisher of Business Facilities, and senior account executive Ben Nachsin were on hand to present the award to the Economic Development Council, represented by EDC Chairman Mark Holleman; the Industrial Development Board, represented by current Chairman Bryce Sanders and Past Chairman Sammy Stuard; Montgomery County Mayor Carolyn Bowers; and City Mayor Johnny Piper who was represented by City Councilman David Allen, due an unavoidable conflict. [Read more]

Rep. Johnson to chair Budget, Economic Development task force

State Representative Curtis Johnson (R-Clarksville) has been appointed as Chairman of the House Republican Caucus Task Force on Budget and Economic Development.  The appointment was announced today by House Republican Caucus Chairman Glen Casada.

“Representative Johnson was an ideal choice for this group,” said Rep. Casada.  “Being from Clarksville, he understands the importance of economic development, as evidenced through his role in the Hemlock project. I am confident that he will lead the group effectively and assist in crafting solutions.”

The House Republican Caucus leadership appointed and announced the formation of their Caucus Task Forces this week. The task forces are charged with developing policy ideas and legislation around conservative ideals, and to assist all caucus members with information on specific issues.

“I am very honored to serve on this committee because I believe economic development has one of the greatest impacts on the lives of everyday Tennesseans,” stated Rep. Johnson.  “I was very honored to be a part of bringing Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation to Clarksville, and I am already seeing the positive things that are happening because of that project. I look forward to crafting more policy with this group that will achieve similar ends for the rest of the state.”

Representative Johnson serves the 68th District in the Tennessee House of Representatives.  His district includes part of Montgomery County, and is serving his third term in the legislature.

Another step forward for Hemlock Semiconductor plant

Representative Curtis Johnson (R-Clarksville) said today he was pleased to see two bills achieve passage in the , that will aid in moving the Hemlock project in Clarksville forward.

“This was a small victory for Clarksville, as these bills will assist in moving the Hemlock project forward in a timely fashion,” said Rep. Johnson. “The House Finance, Ways and Means Committee is an important hurdle that has been cleared toward making sure this happens, and the people of this area are provided with careers.  As a member of the House Finance, Ways, and Means Committee, I was proud of the unanimous vote to send this legislation to the House Calendar Committee.” he added.

Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation announced in December that the company would be opening a facility to produce polycrystalline silicon (polysilicon) production, a key raw material used to manufacture solar cells and semiconductor devices. The $1.2 billion investment was a major coup for the state and for Clarksville, and is estimated to provide more than 500 jobs immediately after opening.

“We were so pleased to see Hemlock choose Tennessee for its new site, and in particular Clarksville because of the positive economic impact it will have on our community. We are very lucky to have them coming in such a difficult economic climate, and I remain committed to ensuring that the state is upholding their end of the bargain. I understand that the company and state set a very ambitious timeline to complete the project, and the legislature needs to work to make sure they can meet these obligations,” concluded Representative Johnson.