Chemical Operator

Hexion Inc.; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

14 Paid Holidays per Year, +1 Floating Holiday

Ongoing Training & Development

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer is hiring a Chemical Operator in Springfield, OR. The role involves producing adhesives and thermoset resins, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates will have chemical handling experience and strong communication skills. Join the team to contribute to innovative chemical solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• 1-2 years’ experience in an industrial environment, willing to train and learn.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce products to meet customer specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area at all times.
• Record batch information and manage inventory.

Skills

Chemical handling experience

Understanding of process equipment

Ability to use SAP

Experienced forklift operator

Familiar with Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion.

At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress—developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future. This is where bold thinkers, problem‑solvers, and innovators come together to shape what’s next.

Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.

We don’t follow the status quo—we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger. We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development—equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.

Your Future Starts Here. If you’re ready to push limits, reimagine what’s possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong. Anything is possible when you imagine everything.

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
• 14 Paid Holidays per Year, +1 Floating Holiday
• Ongoing Training & Development

Position Overview

Work as part of a diverse team to produce adhesives and chemicals such as thermoset resins for sustainable wood products including plywood and particle board. Function as part of a respectful, safe, and environmentally responsible manufacturing team. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and rules. Hexion will provide training on job duties and safety requirements.

Job Responsibilities

EH&S

• Proactively seek to identify and eliminate hazards in the workplace
• Understand and ensure safety standards are met
• Participate in safety training and audits
• Maintain working area in clean and safe conditions at all times
• Assist in permit generation for site maintenance and contractor work
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure safe handling of hazardous materials and waste
• Ensure environmental incidents are properly reported and emergency response activities are activated
• Follow procedures so operations activities occur within the limit and boundaries of our operating permits and regulations

Production

• Produce products to meet the requirements of Hexion customer specifications
• Transfer and package raw materials and products within the plant using automated and manual systems
• Record batch information and manage inventory using Hexion’s computer warehouse system
• Contribute positively to the team environment and communicate between different shifts, departments, and external resources
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment and communicate with site maintenance to address issues
• Perform analytical testing of in-process samples and finished products
• Report deviations from the production schedule and help perform root cause analyses to minimize future lost time
• Understand, support, and ensure all company policies and procedures are followed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• 3+ years’ experience in similar role
• Chemical handling experience
• Understanding of process equipment
• Ability to use SAP
• Experienced forklift operator
• Familiar with Microsoft Office

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience in an industrial environment, willing to train and learn
• Ability to work shifts (rotating and on call)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude

Physical Requirements

• Constantly wear full and half face respirators
• Constantly work from heights, including stairs, and climbing ladders
• Frequently perform work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Frequently lift/carry up to 55 lbs
• Constantly standing/walking
• Frequent sitting
• Constantly twist to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

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 excellence—and we recognize and reward our employees who exemplify these values every day. Apply today to take the next step in your career with Hexion. Together, we’ll build what’s next in chemical innovation.

Other

We are an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, pregnancy, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site and must be at least 18 years of age. Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of a drug test and background investigation, as well as authorization for the Company to conduct additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti‑Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. A prior criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment, and the Company will conduct an individualized assessment and reassessment, consistent with applicable law, prior to making any final employment decision.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing

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