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Materials Scientists Salaries
in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $60.77 – $66.85
Average Annual Pay
Range: $126,402 – $139,042
Salaries for Materials Scientists near Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN
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California, CA
$65.74
3.0%Higher than Materials Scientists in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Delaware, DE
$55.87
12.4%Lower than Materials Scientists in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Florida, FL
$58.76
7.9%Lower than Materials Scientists in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Georgia, GA
$49.02
23.2%Lower than Materials Scientists in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Illinois, IL
$61.13
4.2%Lower than Materials Scientists in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
How much do Materials Scientists make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$54.24/hr
Range: $51.65 - $56.82
Annual Rate
$112,814
Range: $107,442 - $118,186
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$63.81/hr
Range: $60.77 - $66.85
Annual Rate
$132,722
Range: $126,402 - $139,042
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$73.38/hr
Range: $69.89 - $76.88
Annual Rate
$152,630
Range: $145,362 - $159,898
Materials Scientists job description
Materials Scientists professionals work in distribution centers and warehouses to receive, store, and ship products. They ensure inventory accuracy and efficient operations in fast-paced logistics environments.
- •Receive and inspect incoming shipments
- •Store products in designated locations
- •Pick and pack orders accurately
- •Operate warehouse equipment
- •Maintain inventory records
- •Ensure warehouse safety
- •Forklift/equipment operation
- •Inventory management
- •Attention to detail
- •Physical stamina
- •Basic math skills
- •Time management
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Forklift certification preferred
- •Ability to lift 50+ pounds
- •Previous warehouse experience helpful

