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Midland-Marvel Recruiters

Materials Engineer

Lexington, KY · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Prefer degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field * Laboratory research experience with ASTM specimen molding and testing using FTIR, DSC, TGA ...

Fruehauf Inc

Materials Manager

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to ensure material readiness. * Review production schedules and validate material availability prior to release. * Identify ...

Fruehauf Inc.

Materials Manager

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$90/hr

Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to ensure material readiness. * Review production schedules and validate material availability prior to release. * Identify ...

HOSKIN & MUIR INC

Materials Manager

Louisville, KY · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to resolve supplier quality or performance issues. * Manage warehousing activities including receiving, storage, material handling, and shipping coordination.

Summit Polymer

Manager, Materials

Elizabethtown, KY · On-site

With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our ... Manager, Materials FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: General Manager SUMMARY This position is ...

K&K Technical

Paint Project Engineer

Georgetown, KY · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

Position Overview 1489295 Paint Materials Engineer to support the development, testing, and implementation of new paint materials, colors, and technologies within automotive production environments.

Steelblue BC

Materials Manager

Georgetown, KY · On-site

The Materials Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of material flow within the ... quality, engineering, and procurement teams. · Maintain compliance with quality, safety, and ...

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What is the difference between Materials Developer vs Materials Scientist?

AspectMaterials DeveloperMaterials Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in materials science, engineering, or related fieldBachelor's or higher degree in materials science, chemistry, or physics
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, manufacturing settingsResearch labs, academia, industry research divisions
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturers, R&D firms, product developmentUniversities, research institutions, industry R&D
Common Search & ComparisonMaterials Developer vs Materials Scientist

Materials Developers focus on creating and optimizing materials for specific applications, often working closely with product teams. Materials Scientists conduct fundamental research to understand material properties and behaviors, often in academic or research settings. While both roles require a background in materials science, Developers are more application-oriented, whereas Scientists focus on foundational research.

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Materials Engineer

Midland-Marvel Recruiters

Lexington, KY • On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a self-driven, initiative-taking, hands-on, recycled polymer expert with a background in polypropylene and polyethylene. The purchased recycled material is used in blending to specific properties. The blended material is used to injection mold large products. The candidate must have a thorough understanding of the relationship between the incoming properties of the recycled polymers and the properties of the blended polymers related to the finished part properties.



Responsibilities



  • Support the evaluation of purchased recycled materials
  • Recommend recycled materials to purchase based upon properties and costs
  • Support the daily blending of recycled and virgin materials for the Materials Processing Department
  • Support the daily decision-making of the blended materials and recommend where they should be used
  • Support the optimal blend of wide virgin resin usage with prime materials in the products
  • Maximize the material cost savings while ensuring the final product material specifications are being met
  • Partner with Materials Processing to interpret the test results and recommend the best course of action
  • Work with the Materials group to establish process controls for materials and processing
  • Correlation of polymer blend/formulation with observed properties
  • Identify equipment needs for effective controls
  • Work with in-house ISO/IEC 17025 accredited polymer lab
  • Control and recommend enhancements to the Blendsheet software application
  • Provide technical recycled expertise
  • Available during evenings / weekends for issues that would hold up production.


Qualifications



  • At least 10 years’ experience in recycled PP and PE
  • Prefer degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • Laboratory research experience with ASTM specimen molding and testing using FTIR, DSC, TGA, plastometer, tensile, flexural, and notched Izod is required


Required Skills



  • A strong team player with a positive and professional attitude, and a strong bias for solving problems
  • In-depth knowledge of the latest technologies on recycled material testing and processing
  • Demonstrated work experience in plastic injection molding
  • Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence peers
  • Must be willing to work in the Lexington, KY area
  • Experience in Polyethylene, Polypropylene, HDPE, LLDPE, LDPE, polyolefins or thermoplastics would be a plus.





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