Extrusion Machine Operator (2227)

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Benefits start day 1

Employee Assistance Programs

Self-paced Learning & Development

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is seeking an Extrusion Operator in Reading, PA to set up, operate and maintain extrusion equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will monitor production, document results, and coordinate with teams to ensure on-time delivery. On-the-job training is provided; wage starts at $24.23/hr with skill-based increases up to $32.94/hr.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• OSHA-certified forklift operation experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with experience using hand/power tools and measuring instruments.
• Understanding of raw materials, production flow, and quality control practices.
• Computer proficiency, especially in M3 systems or similar ERP platforms.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion machines according to SOPs, schedules and order specifications.
• Monitor machines and environment; make real-time adjustments as needed.
• Inspect finished products; document findings and take corrective action.
• Record production data using Ignition & M3 systems and follow documentation protocols.
• Load, unload materials and manage dryer vessels per production schedule.
• Perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping to maintain machine efficiency and safety.
• Follow all safety protocols and participate in process improvements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

M3 ERP proficiency

Measuring instruments

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

M3 ERP system

Hand tools

Job description

Group Company:

• Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic materials in the form of semi-finished products and finished parts. The company has locations in 20 countries and more than 2,800 employees. Its specialty engineering thermoplastics and composites are superior in performance to metals and other materials and are used in a wide range of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry. The company is continuously developing new areas of applications in close cooperation with industry leaders in a broad variety of customer markets. The Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Group is well prepared to further expand its market leadership position.

Supporting the vision of our holding company, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation (MCHC), Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is committed to the realization of KAITEKI, "a sustainable condition which is comfortable for people, society and the Earth". To realize this vision, the MCHC Group engages in corporate activities that provide products, technologies and services based on the comprehensive capabilities of the Group in the Performance Products Domain, Industrial Materials Domain and Health Care Domain, with chemistry as the basis of our activities. We jointly express and promote our commitment under the corporate brand THE KAITEKI COMPANY.

Job Purpose

Extrusion Operator

Location: Reading, PA

Shift: Rotating and Night Shifts Available

Pay: Starts at $24.23 an hour. On the job training available, with skill-based increases up to $32.94 an hour

We're seeking a skilled Extrusion Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you'll be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining extrusion equipment in alignment with our quality, safety, and production standards. If you're mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

Principal Accountabilities

• Machine Setup & Operation: Set up and operate extrusion machines according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), schedules, and order specifications. Coordinate with other setup operators during teardowns and new setups.
• Process Monitoring: Continuously monitor machines, materials, and environmental conditions to detect issues and ensure smooth operation. Make real-time adjustments as needed.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished products to ensure they meet customer and internal quality standards. Document all findings and take corrective action when necessary.
• Documentation & Reporting: Accurately record production data using Ignition & M3 systems and follow all required documentation protocols.
• Material Handling:
• Clean and load dryer vessels, weigh material at the end of an MO, issue the material used in M3 and requisition material from the warehouse to stage at the lines in accordance with the production schedule.
• Preventive Maintenance & Housekeeping: Perform basic maintenance and cleaning tasks to maintain machine efficiency and workplace safety (6S practices). Support general upkeep of the production area.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all company safety protocols, SOPs, Control Plans, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to ensure a safe work environment.
• Other Duties as Assigned by Leads, Supervisors or Managers: Support the team with additional tasks as needed, that may include training new employees and assisting with process improvements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and powered hand trucks to load materials and transport finished goods
• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on machines and tool

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Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• OSHA-certified forklift operation experience (stand-up and walk-behind trucks)
• Basic mechanical aptitude with experience using hand/power tools and measuring instruments
• Understanding of raw materials, production flow, and quality control practices
• Computer proficiency, especially in M3 systems or similar ERP platforms
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

The salary for this position is $24.23. 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
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
• $1,000 Sign On Bonus

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.

EEO Statement

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. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.