CNC Advanced Machinist Lead (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Alpolic; Reading, Northern (Berks County, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Benefits begin on DAY 1!

Employee Assistance Programs

Self-Paced Learning & Development

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Reading, PA seeks an experienced CNC Advanced Machinist Lead to drive the Machining Center of Excellence, mentor machinists, and coordinate with engineering, production and quality teams.

You will program CNC machines for high-precision parts, conduct first-article and in-process inspections, optimize workflow, and support safety and 5S standards in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience including program writing, setup and operation.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks, Mastercam, and 5-axis programming.
• Experience setting up and operating 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines.
• Ability to read drawings and understand tolerances; capable of first-article inspections.
• Prior lead machinist or team-leader experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize daily machining activities and optimize workload.
• Make data-driven decisions to meet production and quality goals.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and quality teams.
• Identify process improvements to reduce waste and cycle times.
• Promote safety and the company's zero incidents goal.
• Program CNC machines for new parts with high precision.
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections and adjust programs.
• Monitor orders to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with objectives.
• Record job details and production data in ERP.
• Lead by example and support team in maintaining 5S and quality standards.

Skills

CNC Machining

Leadership

Inspection skills

Programming

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

5-axis programming

Job description

Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. Job Description: CNC Advanced Machinist Lead Location: Reading, PA Shift: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Monday-Friday Salary: $36.00-$42.00/HR

Are you a skilled CNC Machinist with a passion for innovation, precision, and leadership? Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is seeking an experienced professional to lead our Machining Center of Excellence (MCE) — a key role connecting the design and execution phases for manufacturing products. You’ll drive operational excellence, mentor machinists, and help shape the future of advanced machining.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Planning: Organize daily machining activities, prioritize workloads, and ensure efficient workflow and labor utilization.
• Decision-Making: Use data and experience to make timely, informed decisions that support production and quality goals.
• Communication & Collaboration: Coordinate effectively with engineering, production, and quality teams to achieve seamless project execution.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements to reduce waste, optimize cycle times, and improve machining efficiency.
• Safety & Compliance: Promote a culture of safety, following all company policies and supporting our “zero incidents” goal.
• Programming & Operation: Program CNC machines for new parts with a focus on high-precision and complex components.
• Inspection & Quality Control: Perform first-article and in-process inspections using manual gauges; make real-time program edits to ensure quality compliance.
• Workflow Optimization: Monitor customer (internal and external) orders to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Systems & Documentation: Utilize ERP software to record job details, time, and production data for transparency and efficiency.
• Team Support: Lead by example with integrity, respect, collaboration, and persistence; support teammates in maintaining 5S and quality standards.
• Other Duties: Perform additional machining or leadership tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience, including program writing, setup, and operation.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in SolidWorks, Mastercam, and 5-axis programming and operation.
• Hands-On Expertise: Proven ability to set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines.
• Inspection Skills: Strong understanding of drawings, tolerances, and manual inspection techniques.
• Leadership Experience: Prior experience as a lead machinist or team leader, preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Pay Transparency: The salary range for this position is $36-$42. 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 Sign On Bonus

• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
• $1,000 Sign on Bonus

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 [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The law requires Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights.

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.

As a Federal Contractor, Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information please click on the following link: E-Verify.

Thank you for your interest in working on our team! At the MCC Group, our Purpose is to lead with innovative solutions to achieve KAITEKI, the well-being of people and the planet. Based on integrity and respect for others, we continuously engage in diverse co-creation and bold challenges, building trust with stakeholders while addressing social issues. Shall we explore new possibilities with us by promoting value creation on a global scale and connecting a better future to the next generation?