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Materials Scientists Salaries
in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $79.04 – $86.94
Average Annual Pay
Range: $164,403 – $180,844
Salaries for Materials Scientists near San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
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California, CA
$65.74
20.8%Lower than Materials Scientists in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Delaware, DE
$55.87
32.7%Lower than Materials Scientists in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Florida, FL
$58.76
29.2%Lower than Materials Scientists in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Georgia, GA
$49.02
40.9%Lower than Materials Scientists in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Illinois, IL
$61.13
26.3%Lower than Materials Scientists in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, 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
$70.54/hr
Range: $67.18 - $73.90
Annual Rate
$146,730
Range: $139,743 - $153,717
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$82.99/hr
Range: $79.04 - $86.94
Annual Rate
$172,623
Range: $164,403 - $180,844
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$95.44/hr
Range: $90.90 - $99.98
Annual Rate
$198,516
Range: $189,063 - $207,971
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
