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Executive Assistant - Manufacturing & EngineeringHexion • Columbus, OH, United States
Executive Assistant - Manufacturing & Engineering

Executive Assistant - Manufacturing & Engineering

Hexion • Columbus, OH, United States
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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.

Position Overview

We're looking for a proactive and experienced Executive Assistant - Manufacturing & Engineering to provide strategic, operational, and administrative support to a senior leader. This role goes far beyond traditional EA duties-acting as a trusted partner to drive execution, streamline processes, and enhance business performance across multiple manufacturing sites.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and tech-savvy, with a passion for turning data into insights and strategy into action. This is a unique opportunity for someone eager to grow into an operational leadership role while working closely with an executive who prioritizes mentorship and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support & Administration

  • Manage calendars, meetings, travel, expenses, and communications with precision and discretion.
  • Serve as a trusted liaison in meetings and with internal / external stakeholders.
  • Anticipate needs and proactively advance priorities, especially when the executive is traveling or unavailable.

Operations & Data Management

  • Develop clear, concise weekly reports highlighting key operational KPIs (e.g., safety, quality, cost, performance).
  • Consolidate data from multiple sources into executive-ready dashboards, presentations, and scorecards using Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
  • Support performance tracking across plants, including audits, safety metrics, and training compliance.
  • Strategic Projects & Execution

  • Collaborate on strategic initiatives, including AI and data-driven projects.
  • Translate high-level strategies into actionable plans and ensure timely execution.
  • Drive accountability by coordinating cross-functional efforts and tracking milestones.
  • Facilitate communication between corporate leadership and plant operations.
  • Leadership Partnering

  • Represent the executive confidently in discussions and decision-making when needed.
  • Act as a thought partner to help prioritize, organize, and communicate strategic objectives.
  • Travel to manufacturing sites (~10%) to build relationships and gain firsthand operational insights.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, liberal arts, science, or related field (engineering background a plus).
  • 5+ years experience.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI; skilled at turning complex data into actionable insights.
  • Tech-savvy with a strong grasp of productivity and IT tools.
  • Proven ability to take initiative, think strategically, and manage projects from start to finish.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to influence and collaborate across all levels.
  • Growth mindset with a desire to expand into broader operational responsibilities.
  • Familiarity with the Four Disciplines of Execution (4DX) is a plus.
  • Experience with SAP is beneficial but not required.
  • What We Offer

  • Direct mentorship from a senior executive committed to your growth and development.
  • A dynamic role at the intersection of strategy and execution, with visibility across the enterprise.
  • Opportunities to make a tangible impact on business performance and operational excellence.
  • 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, 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.

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