Toolmaker/Machinist (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials) - Now Hiring

Company:
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Job Description:

Toolmaker/Machinist
Location: Reading, PA
Shift: Monday-Friday | 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM after initial training period
Pay Rate: $26.25-$36.05 per hour
The Toolmaker / Machinist is responsible for the precision fabrication, modification, repair, and maintenance of tooling, dies, fixtures, and production components using manual and CNC machining equipment. This role requires strong blueprint interpretation skills, advanced knowledge of machining principles, and the ability to work independently while maintaining strict quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential Functions:
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and all plant safety requirements.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC equipment including lathes, milling machines, grinders, and related machinery.
• Program CNC equipment as required to support tooling and production needs.
• Interpret complex blueprints, sketches, specifications, and verbal instructions.
• Analyze specifications and determine machining methods, tooling requirements, and sequence of operations.
• Layout, measure, mark, and scribe metal stock for machining operations.
• Fabricate, modify, repair, and assemble tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine components.
• Evaluate standard tooling and determine necessary modifications or improvements.
• Develop tooling specifications from general descriptions and create sketches or drawings when required.
• Apply knowledge of tool design, shop mathematics, metallurgy, and machining processes to meet production requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on department equipment.
• Operate forklifts or powered hand trucks as needed.
• Use precision measuring instruments (height gauges, micrometers, calipers, pi tapes, etc.) to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Inspect finished components to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition (5S standards).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Trade school certification, formal apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on machining experience preferred.
• Strong English reading, writing, mathematical, and comprehension skills.
• Ability to read and understand MSDS sheets, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Working knowledge of precision measuring equipment and inspection techniques.
• Demonstrated experience with manual and CNC machining operations.
• Strong understanding of tooling design and metal properties.
• Ability to perform physical job requirements, including standing, lifting, and operating machinery for extended periods.
• Proven commitment to maintaining a safe and injury-free work environment.
Pay Transparency
The salary range for this position is $26.00-$30.00. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

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