Material Specialist (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Company

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Job Description

Material Specialist

Location: Reading, PA

Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-3:00 PM

Pay Rate: starting at $18.29/hr

The Material Specialist is responsible for the safe and efficient receipt of raw materials from external suppliers and other Mitsubishi facilities, as well as the processing, storage, and shipment of finished goods to support distribution to the Reading site. This role ensures accurate inventory control, effective material flow, and timely coordination of material transfers between Mitsubishi locations. The Material Specialist plays a key role in maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counts, supporting ERP transactions, and ensuring all materials are handled in compliance with safety and quality standards.

Principal Accountabilities

• Safely receive, inspect, and process incoming raw materials from suppliers and other Mitsubishi facilities.
• Verify material accuracy against purchase orders and shipping documentation and complete all required ERP transactions.
• Put away approved incoming materials in designated storage locations in accordance with inventory control and safety standards.
• Process, stage, and ship finished goods for distribution to the Scranton site and other designated locations.
• Coordinate and execute material transfers between Mitsubishi facilities to support production and inventory requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts and timely reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Ensure efficient product flow by monitoring inventory levels and identifying potential shortages or overages.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely and in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve material, inventory, or process issues, escalating concerns as needed.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, including production, logistics, and planning, to support operational goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with housekeeping standards.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures and actively support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong decision-making skills, including problem identification, analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both one-on-one and in group settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment.

Pay Transparency

The salary or this position starts at $18.29 an hour. 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.

• Competitive Benefits
• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Sign On Bonus $1,000
• Uniforms, Boots, and Tools provided
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information

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