Quality Lab Technician (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical America; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Benefits start day 1

Employee Assistance Program

Self-Paced Learning & Development

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Reading, PA seeks a Quality Lab Technician to perform polymer material testing and data reporting to ensure products meet specifications. You will calibrate equipment, analyze results, and maintain ISO 9001 standards while supporting safe lab operations.

The role requires hands-on testing across physical, mechanical, electrical, and ultrasonic methods, with 6S compliance and documentation in ERP systems. Training provided for ongoing improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong reading, writing, mathematical, and comprehension skills.
• Experience performing laboratory protocols, including physical, mechanical, electrical, and ultrasonic testing.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as Instron, DMA, DSC, TMA, and rheology systems.
• Knowledge of industry test methods (ASTM, ISO, ANSI) and associated units and conversions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on polymer materials, including physical, mechanical, electrical, and ultrasonic testing to support production and customer requirements.
• Prepare, analyze, and report test results, using sound judgment to ensure compliance with specifications, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Inspect and qualify incoming raw materials and products to verify adherence to established requirements.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Execute equipment shutdown procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with established protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through 6S practices and preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality control plans, and ISO 9001 standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis (RCA), DMAIC projects, and process experiments.
• Utilize computer systems and software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, ERP systems) for data entry, analysis, and reporting.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support laboratory and production operations.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Calibration techniques

6S practices

Root cause analysis

Safety compliance

MS Office

ERP software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Instron

DMA

DSC

TMA

Rheology

Micrometers

Job description

Company

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Job Description

Quality Lab Technician- Reading, PA

Pay

$24.22-$32.94

Shift

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

The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for performing laboratory testing, analysis, and reporting to ensure polymer products meet quality standards and customer specifications. This role supports production through accurate data collection, equipment calibration, and inspection of raw materials, while maintaining compliance with ISO 9001 standards and contributing to continuous improvement and safe laboratory operations.

What You Will Do

• Perform laboratory testing on polymer materials, including physical, mechanical, electrical, and ultrasonic testing to support production and customer requirements.
• Prepare, analyze, and report test results, using sound judgment to ensure compliance with specifications, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Inspect and qualify incoming raw materials and products to verify adherence to established requirements.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Execute equipment shutdown procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with established protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through 6S practices and preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality control plans, and ISO 9001 standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis (RCA), DMAIC projects, and process experiments.
• Utilize computer systems and software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, ERP systems) for data entry, analysis, and reporting.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support laboratory and production operations.

What You Will Know

• Laboratory testing methods and equipment, including Instron, DMA, DSC, TMA, rheology, and other material testing systems.
• Industry standards and test methods such as ASTM, ISO, and ANSI, including unit measurement and conversions.
• Principles of quality control, process compliance, and ISO 9001 standards and documentation.
• Calibration techniques, measurement systems, and use of precision tools such as micrometers.
• Data analysis, reporting techniques, and problem-solving methodologies including RCA and DMAIC.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and ERP systems.
• Workplace safety practices and a commitment to maintaining an injury-free environment.
• Strong foundational skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and comprehension necessary for technical lab work.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong reading, writing, mathematical, and comprehension skills.
• Experience performing laboratory protocols, including physical, mechanical, electrical, and ultrasonic testing.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as Instron, DMA, DSC, TMA, and rheology systems.
• Knowledge of industry test methods (ASTM, ISO, ANSI) and associated units and conversions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.

Preferred

• Experience calibrating measurement instruments and using calibration software.
• General understanding of ISO 9001 standards and documentation practices.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools such as micrometers.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe, injury-free work environment.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $24.22-$32.94. 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.

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.

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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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