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Materials Scientists Salaries
in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $63.57 – $69.93
Average Annual Pay
Range: $132,226 – $145,448
Salaries for Materials Scientists near Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
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California, CA
$65.74
1.5%Lower than Materials Scientists in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Delaware, DE
$55.87
16.3%Lower than Materials Scientists in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Florida, FL
$58.76
12.0%Lower than Materials Scientists in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Georgia, GA
$49.02
26.6%Lower than Materials Scientists in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Illinois, IL
$61.13
8.4%Lower than Materials Scientists in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
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
$56.74/hr
Range: $54.03 - $59.44
Annual Rate
$118,011
Range: $112,392 - $123,631
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$66.75/hr
Range: $63.57 - $69.93
Annual Rate
$138,837
Range: $132,226 - $145,448
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$76.76/hr
Range: $73.11 - $80.42
Annual Rate
$159,663
Range: $152,060 - $167,265
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
