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Materials Scientists Salaries
in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $50.22 – $55.24
Average Annual Pay
Range: $104,458 – $114,903
Salaries for Materials Scientists near Durham-Chapel Hill
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California, CA
$65.74
24.7%Higher than Materials Scientists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Delaware, DE
$55.87
6.0%Higher than Materials Scientists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Florida, FL
$58.76
11.4%Higher than Materials Scientists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Georgia, GA
$49.02
7.0%Lower than Materials Scientists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Illinois, IL
$61.13
15.9%Higher than Materials Scientists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
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
$44.82/hr
Range: $42.69 - $46.95
Annual Rate
$93,228
Range: $88,789 - $97,668
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$52.73/hr
Range: $50.22 - $55.24
Annual Rate
$109,680
Range: $104,458 - $114,903
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$60.64/hr
Range: $57.75 - $63.53
Annual Rate
$126,132
Range: $120,127 - $132,138
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

