Resin Operator

Hexion; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare from Day One

401(k) with Match

Bonus up to $6K annually

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks vacation + 16 h

Training & Development

Job summary

Hexion is seeking a Chemical Operator for our Missoula, MT production team. This role focuses on safe, efficient operation of complex manufacturing equipment to produce resins and chemicals for sustainable applications.

You will work in a high-impact environment with emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, performing batch and continuous processes across shifts to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in industrial, chemical, or manufacturing environment 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 SOPs.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime.
• Must meet physical requirements including lifting up to 55 lbs, climbing, respirator use, and confined space entry.

Responsibilities

• Identify and eliminate workplace hazards; follow EH&S policies and PPE requirements.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment and control systems.
• Blend tanks, load/unload raw materials and finished products; perform SAP transactions.
• Follow SOPs to meet production goals and product specifications.
• Participate in root cause analyses and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain lab safety, record batch data, and ensure quality documentation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Oral and written communication

Reading technical documents

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

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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.

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:

Job Responsibilities

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
• 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

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
• Ongoing Training & Development

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

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Aff... (truncated due to length - the original equal opportunity paragraph is fully included)

To be considered for this position candidates are required to 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.

Nearest Major Market: Missoula
Nearest Secondary Market: Montana