Product Manager, Material Management & Plant Support

Hexion; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexion is seeking a Product Manager – Material Management/Plant Support in Columbus to optimize material handling, support SAP-based recipe entry, and drive process improvements across building and construction applications. The role emphasizes safety, data integrity, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You will lead technical teams, ensure compliance, and act as the primary liaison for batch-related inquiries while contributing to the development of adhesives for structural

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in the adhesives, chemical or materials industry
• Familiarity with resin characterization; PF experience desired.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory techniques, material management, and adhesives technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in data entry and computer systems (e.g., SAP, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and timely recipe entry, edits, and maintenance in material management systems (e.g., SAP).
• Perform lab cooks to optimize materials and processes.
• Handle material entry, extension, and updates for both new and existing materials.
• Oversee raw material entry, approval processes, and documentation.
• Coordinate and execute t-changes and t-blends in accordance with business unit needs.
• Maintain thorough records and documentation for compliance and traceability.
• Conduct comprehensive recipe reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with production standards.
• Respond to SO&E calls by providing timely technical guidance and troubleshooting support for plant operations.
• Drive process optimization initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality through data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Manage and coordinate rework activities, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively and documented according to quality protocols.
• Serve as the primary author contact for batch-related inquiries, facilitating clear communication between production, technical, and quality teams to resolve issues and share best practices.
• Support incident investigations by gathering relevant data, conducting root cause analyses, and contributing to the development of corrective and preventive actions to mitigate future risks.
• Collaborate with plant personnel to monitor key quality metrics, implement continuous improvement projects, and uphold rigorous standards for safety, housekeeping, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Data entry

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Engineering/Materials Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hexion is seeking a Product Manager – Material Management/Plant Support in Columbus to optimize material handling, support SAP-based recipe entry, and drive process improvements across building and construction applications. The role emphasizes safety, data integrity, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You will lead technical teams, ensure compliance, and act as the primary liaison for batch-related inquiries while contributing to the development of adhesives for structural