Lab FabricatorCNC Machinist 2nd Shift (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

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Lab Fabricator/CNC Machinist-2nd Shift

Location: Fort Wayne IN
Shift: 3:00 PM-11:30 PM or 4:00 PM-12:30 AM
Salary: $28.00-$37.00

The Laboratory Fabricator / CNC Machinist is responsible for manufacturing precision laboratory test specimens used for research development product validation and customer testing. This hands-on role combines CNC machining fabrication tooling design and process improvement to support both laboratory and production operations

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate precision test specimens for laboratory testing of medical and industrial products.
• Operate machining and fabrication equipment to produce components that meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Design develop and build custom tooling fixtures and specialty equipment to support laboratory and R&D activities.
• Select appropriate tooling equipment and fabrication methods for current and future testing needs.
• Develop document and improve fabrication processes procedures and work instructions.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to improve quality efficiency material utilization and throughput.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance procedures to maximize equipment reliability.
• Maintain a safe organized and efficient fabrication area using 6S principles.
• Provide technical expertise and machining support for production engineering and specialized testing requests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on laboratory expansion projects equipment implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in cross-training and support overall laboratory workflow and scheduling requirements.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in machining toolmaking fabrication or a related manufacturing environment.
• Journeyman Toolmaker or Journeyman Machinist certification or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong knowledge of machining practices tooling fixture design and fabrication techniques.
• Above-average mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills.
• Strong troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Comfortable using computer software to support machining and process documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred

• Experience supporting laboratory prototype or R&D environments.
• Experience designing custom fixtures or specialty tooling.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and process controls.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean 5S or 6S.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis software such as Minitab.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $28.00-$37.00. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position candidates 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
• $1000 Sign On Bonus
• Uniforms Provided Reimbursements for Boots and Safety glasses

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 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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