Logistics Lead (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits begin on day 1

401K Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Logistics Lead to supervise day-to-day movement, storage, and management of materials, ensuring accurate receiving, labeling, storage, and delivery to support production.

The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, lot traceability, and safe operation of material-handling equipment, with a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement within KAITEKI values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, warehouse, material handling, or transportation preferred.
• Forklift certification or experience operating a forklift.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory, or MRP systems preferred.
• Ability to read and accurately complete paperwork, labels, and specifications.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Windows.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and prioritize tasks.
• Experience driving a flatbed truck is highly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to follow safety, quality, and company procedures consistently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain raw material and finished goods inventory in a safe, organized warehouse environment.
• Receive, label, identify, and store materials using PO information and inventory procedures.
• Maintain accurate lot traceability and bin locations in the warehouse and MRP system.
• Coordinate material movement to support production and other departments.
• Collect, sort, refine, and recycle materials per procedures and safety rules.
• Prepare and package parts for storage and transport.
• Support shipping and receiving, including loading/unloading.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely.
• Transport materials between warehouse and facility as needed.
• Complete paperwork and inventory transactions accurately.
• Monitor inventory and locations to ensure records and production continuity.
• Keep warehouse and work area clean and safe.
• Follow safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Organization

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MRP systems

Windows

Forklift operation

Job description

Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. Job Description: Logistics Lead Location: Mesa, AZ Salary: $26.00 hr.

The Logistics Lead supports the day-to-day movement, storage, and management of raw materials, finished goods, and other products throughout the facility. This role helps ensure materials are accurately received, labeled, stored, tracked, packaged, and delivered to support efficient production and on-time operations. The Logistics Lead plays an important role in maintaining accurate inventory and lot traceability, supporting shipping and receiving activities, coordinating material movement between the warehouse and facility, and ensuring recycling processes are completed safely and efficiently. This position also helps maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while promoting teamwork, continuous improvement, and the company’s KAITEKI values.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain raw material and finished goods inventory in a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment.
• Receive, label, identify, and properly store materials using purchase order information and established inventory procedures.
• Maintain accurate lot traceability and bin locations within the warehouse and MRP system.
• Coordinate and perform material movement throughout the facility to support production and other departments.
• Collect, break down, sort, refine, and recycle materials in accordance with company procedures and safety requirements.
• Prepare and package parts and products to ensure they are properly protected for storage and transportation.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading materials and deliveries.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Transport materials and products between the warehouse and facility using company vehicles as needed.
• Complete required paperwork, inventory transactions, and other documentation accurately and timely.
• Monitor inventory and material locations to help ensure accurate records and uninterrupted production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, quality procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify equipment or material-handling issues and notify the appropriate personnel when maintenance or repairs are needed.
• Work collaboratively with production, warehouse, logistics, and other departments to meet operational needs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, warehouse, material handling, or transportation.
• Forklift certification or experience operating a forklift.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory, or MRP systems preferred.
• Ability to read and accurately complete paperwork, labels, and specifications.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Windows.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and prioritize tasks.
• Experience driving a flatbed truck is highly preferred.
• Valid driver's license and driving record in good standing.
• Ability to follow safety, quality, and company procedures consistently.

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate for this position starts at $26.00. 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.

Competitive Benefits and Healthy Rewards Program

• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Participation in the company 401K Program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
• $1,000 Sign On Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement

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 [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?