Hemlock Semiconductor, the nation’s leading manufacturer of hyper-pure polysilicon for the semiconductor and solar industries, announced the appointment of Drew Laney as vice president of manufacturing.
Laney comes to HSC from Dow’s Performance Materials & Coatings business, where he served as global manufacturing director. Previously, he was site director at Dow’s Barry, Wales silicones site. He brings more than 18 years of experience in safety performance and business transformation across a wide range of manufacturing technologies and global operations.
“Drew’s extensive background in global manufacturing operations and his proven track record of driving safety and process optimization make him an outstanding addition to our leadership team,” said AB Ghosh, HSC chairman and chief executive officer and Corning senior vice president and general manager of Solar. “As we continue to grow our role in strengthening America’s solar and semiconductor supply chains, having an executive of Drew’s caliber leading our manufacturing function is a tremendous asset.”
In his new role, Laney will lead HSC’s manufacturing operations and the safe, high-quality, and efficient production of polysilicon. Laney succeeds Andy Ault, HSC’s current senior vice president of manufacturing, who recently announced his retirement.
“Hemlock Semiconductor plays a critical role in the industries that power modern life, and I’m honored to join a team that holds itself to such a high standard of quality and operational excellence,” said Laney. “I look forward to working alongside the talented people here to continue delivering the hyper-pure polysilicon our customers and the nation depend on.”
