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Hexion Company Culture
Hexion Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.2/5
Hexion's Overall Culture is rated F
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Executive Team
D+Leadership
DRetention
DOutlook
DeNPS
DHexion CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
John Boss
51 /100
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Diversity at Hexion
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterHexion eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-36
Hexion employees are -36% more likely to recommend Hexion as a great place to work
| 29% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 6% | Passives |
| 65% | Detractors |
Working at Hexion
Working at Hexion is rated below average by 21 employees, across various culture dimensions. Hexion employees rate Executive Team highest among all categories, and think that Work Culture and Compensation have the most room for improvement, putting Hexion’s culture in the Bottom 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 10% compared to other companies in Springfield, OH. See below in detail how working at Hexion was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Hexion
F
Overall Company Culture at Hexion is rated F
Last updated months ago
Bottom
5%
Hexion ranks in the Bottom 5% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterHexion Employee Reviews
Out of 16 Hexion employee reviews, 43% were positive. The remaining 57% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Hexion improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 43% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 57% |
Positive Reviews From Hexion Employees
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Management tries numerous ways to get the plant to work as a team
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Personable and up front with information
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Incentive Compensation Plan (when it’s paid out
Constructive Feedback From Hexion Employees
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?Horrible work environment. Management lacks foresight.
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?Bankruptcy and then the sale of the company, shedding business units. The whole company is tanking.
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Actually do something! One guy naps in his cubicle all day. They create fake productivity to look valuable.
Hexion Company Information
Hexion Company Overview
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Hexion Inc. (Hexion) is the global leader in thermoset resins.
Hexion Mission, Vision & Values
Hexion Mission & Values
Committed to safe manufacturing and community involvement.
Hexion Vision Statement
Get a glimpse of the future by seeing what were doing today.
| Headquarter | Columbus, OH 43215 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.hexion.com |
| Founding Date | 1857 |
| Tel | 614-225-4000 |
| Company Status | Private |
Hexion Competitors
Hexion competitors include Dow Corning, Owens-Illinois, Corbion, and Huntsman Corporation. Hexion ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Hexion compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Hexion Employees
21 employees at Hexion have reviewed Hexion across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 21 Hexion employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 15% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Hexion are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Hexion, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Hexion are mostly dissatisfied with their team. 21 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an F. Less than half believe the meetings at Hexion are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Hexion believe the environment at Hexion is negative. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Hexion is bureaucratic. About 33% of the employees at Hexion work 8 hours or less, while 23% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Hexion are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Hexion - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Springfield, OH about their company is that it was prepared on their first day. Springfield, OH employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 69% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Hexion KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Hexion's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1 Hexion employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Hexion CEO & Leadership
Hexion CEO - John Boss
51 /100
John’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting John in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 10% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Springfield, OH. John Boss’s employees rank Hexion in the Bottom 25% for Executive Team, in the Bottom 15% for Leadership, and in the Bottom 15% for Retention. When compared to Hexion’s competitors, John Boss ranks below both Huntsman Corporation CEO Peter Huntsman and Owens-Illinois CEO Andres Lopez.
Hexion Leadership
The Hexion Executive Team is rated a “D+” and led by CEO John Boss, Executive Vice President Julia Harp, and Senior Vice President Rick Schumacher
John Boss CEO / President
John Boss serves as the CEO / President of Hexion.
Julia Harp Executive Vice President
Julia Harp serves as the Executive Vice President of Hexion Inc.. Julia started at Hexion Inc. in Dec of 2003. Julia... read more
Rick Schumacher Senior Vice President
Rick Schumacher serves as the Senior Vice President of Hexion Inc.. Rick started at Hexion Inc. in Oct of 2013. Rick... read more
Douglas Johns Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
Douglas Johns serves as the Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of Hexion Inc.. Douglas started at... read more
Bruce Richardson VP Operations
Bruce Richardson serves as the VP Operations of Hexion.
Steve Byrne Vice President of Marketing
Steve Byrne serves as the Vice President of Marketing of Hexion.
Paul Barletta Vice President Global Epoxy Manufacturing
Paul Barletta serves as the Vice President Global Epoxy Manufacturing of Hexion Inc.. Paul started at Hexion Inc. in... read more
Jody Bevilaqua Chief Operating Officer
Jody Bevilaqua serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Hexion Inc.. Jody started at Hexion Inc. in October of 2016.... read more
Mark Bidstrup SVP & Treasurer
Mark Bidstrup serves as the SVP & Treasurer of Hexion Inc.. Mark started at Hexion Inc. in January of 2016. Mark... read more
Hexion Salaries
How much does Hexion pay?
How much do people at Hexion get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Hexion is $138,714, or $66 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $137,400, or $66 per hour.
At Hexion, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $226,921 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $41,404 annually. Average Hexion salaries by department include: Business Development at $160,996, IT at $59,526, Operations at $148,143, and Finance at $89,452. Half of Hexion salaries are above $137,400.
10 employees at Hexion rank their Compensation in the Bottom 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 31 ratings) while 10 employees at Hexion rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 11 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $73k | $73k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $102k | $102k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $137k | $137k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $191k | $191k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $241k | $241k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $270k | $270k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $300k | $300k | 100th Percentile |
$138,714*
Average Compensation
$137,400*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Hexion Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Hexion
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Hexion across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
Hexion Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Hexion PTO
Hexion's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Hexion's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?
Hexion Careers
Hexion Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Hexion applied for 6 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 83% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
6
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 83% Granted (5 out of 6)
- 0% Denied ( out of 6)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 6)
- 17% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (1 out of 6)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let Hexion Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in Hexion on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Business Development | 100% |
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Candidates By Location
Columbus | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Hexion
Who is the CEO of Hexion?
Hexion CEO is John Boss, their score by employees is 51
What is Hexion eNPS?
The eNPS for Hexion is -36
What is the salary for Director of Marketing in Hexion?
Director of Marketing average salary in the US is 191k
What are the salaries in the Communications in Hexion?
The average salaries for Communications in Hexion is 230k
Who are Hexion competitors?
Hexion main competitors are Dow Corning, Owens-Illinois, Corbion, Huntsman Corporation
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