Process Operator

Process Operator

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Position Overview: Are you a safety-conscious, mechanically inclined professional looking to build a long-term career in a forward-thinking, high-impact manufacturing environment? At Hexion, a global leader in thermoset resins and specialty chemicals, we're seeking highly motivated Chemical Operators to join our production team. This role is vital to producing quality resins and chemicals used in a variety of sustainable applications, including engineered wood products and industrial solutions. As a Chemical Operator, you'll play a critical role in our continuous and batch production processes. You'll operate complex manufacturing equipment, uphold rigorous safety and environmental standards, and help deliver high-quality materials that meet both customer and regulatory specifications.

Job Type: Full-Time | Shift-based | On-site Reports To: Production Superintendent / Shift Lead

What You'll Do

Health, Safety & Environment (EH&S):

• Proactively identify and eliminate workplace hazards
• Adhere to all environmental and safety policies, including use of PPE, respirators, and confined space entry
• Issue and monitor Safe Work, Hot Work, and Confined Space permits
• Participate in EH&S audits, training, drills, and incident investigations
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and emergency preparedness standards

Production Operations:

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment and control systems
• Blend tanks, load/unload raw materials and finished products
• Perform SAP transactions for inventory, production tracking, maintenance notifications
• Follow SOPs to meet production goals and product specifications
• Conduct routine maintenance and assist in shutdown/startup procedures
• Contribute to root cause analyses and process improvement initiatives

Quality Assurance:

• Perform in-process sampling and lab analysis
• Ensure lab safety protocols are followed
• Record batch data and maintain quality documentation
• Participate in corrective actions for off-spec materials

Team Collaboration:

• Communicate effectively across shifts and departments
• Work within cross-functional teams to maintain uptime, safety, and quality
• Contribute to a positive team environment through collaboration and continuous improvement

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years of experience in an industrial, chemical, or manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot equipment

Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to read technical documents, schematics, and operating procedures

Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime

Must meet physical requirements including lifting up to 55 lbs, frequent climbing, respirator use, confined space entry, fit for duty, fitness capable for role, plant

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in chemical manufacturing, forklift operation

Familiarity with SAP

Vocational or post-secondary technical education

What We Offer

Healthcare from Day One: Medical, dental, vision, and parental leave

401(k) with Match

Incentive Bonus Potential: Up to $6K annually

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks vacation to start + 16 hours of volunteer time

Includes 14 Paid Holidays per Year, +1 Floating Holiday

Ongoing Training & Development

Be Part of Something Bigger Join Hexion and become part of a company that is powering innovation through chemistry to make the world safer, cleaner, and more sustainable. We value integrity, collaboration, and excellenceand we recognize and reward our employees who exemplify these values every day.