Quality Specialist (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical America; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is seeking a Quality Specialist in Reading, PA to work closely with Engineering and Production to identify, resolve, and prevent quality issues.

The role focuses on inspections, audits, and continuous improvement to ensure products meet internal standards and customer expectations. Responsibilities include material inspections, tracking documentation, implementing quality systems (SPC, ISO, RCA, Six Sigma), and training staff on standards and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong English reading, writing, math, and comprehension skills.
• Ability to read SDS, SOPs, and JSA.
• Proficiency with measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Maintain traceability records and documentation for all products.
• Perform raw material inspections and approvals.
• Inspect incoming materials and products from external suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet customer requirements and delivery timelines.
• Provide problem-solving support to production operators.
• Implement and support quality systems and methodologies (e.g., SPC, ISO, RCA, Six Sigma).
• Train production staff on quality standards and inspection techniques.
• Investigate root causes of quality issues and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Create and update exhibits, SOPs, and production inspection plans.

Skills

Quality inspections

Documentation

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

M3

Job description

Company

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Job Description

Location: Reading, PA

Pay: $27.00-$32.00

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

The Quality Specialist works closely with the Engineering and Production departments to identify, resolve, and prevent quality issues. This role is key to ensuring that all products meet internal standards and customer expectations through inspections, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Maintain traceability records and documentation for all products.
• Perform raw material inspections and approvals.
• Inspect incoming materials and products from external suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (ISR, Planning, and Quality at other facilities) to meet customer requirements and delivery timelines.
• Provide problem-solving support and guidance to production operators.
• Implement and support quality systems and methodologies (e.g., SPC, ISO, RCA, Six Sigma).
• Train production staff on quality standards, inspection techniques, and issue resolution.
• Investigate root causes of quality issues and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Create and update exhibits, SOPs, and production inspection plans as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including quality-related M3 locations.
• Accurately document work, including necessary M3 transactions.
• Support scrap reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Inspect products and coordinate testing to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Make disposition decisions on non-conforming or scrap materials and lead MRB discussions when necessary.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and initiate corrective actions for process deviations.
• Assist operators with UT equipment setup and demonstrate knowledge of UT (Ultrasonic Testing) procedures.
• Perform internal audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Support resolution of M3 transactional errors.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Additional Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts or powered hand trucks to move raw materials and finished goods as needed.

What You Will Have

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Strong English reading, writing, math, and comprehension skills.
• Ability to read and understand SDS sheets, SOPs, and Job Safety Analyses.
• Proficiency in using measuring tools (e.g., tape measures, micrometers).
• Physically able to perform job duties.
• SPC training and general Quality Specialist training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with manufacturing software (e.g., M3).
• Commitment to a safe and injury-free workplace.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $27.00-$32.00. 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.

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.