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Materials Developer Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

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

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 ...

Manager, Materials FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: General Manager SUMMARY This position is ... Responsible for detecting, communicating and coordinating all new model launch, engineering change ...

Construction Materials Testing (CMT)

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17.75 - $24/hr

We are seeking an entry-level Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician (T1) to join our ... Coursework or a degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Construction Management, or related fields ...

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal ... Verify condition of all inbound/outbound material. Enter receipts into the ERP system (Oracle)

Construction Materials Testing (CMT)

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17.75 - $24/hr

We are seeking an entry-level Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician (T1) to join our ... Coursework or a degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Construction Management, or related fields ...

Coordinate with production planning, operations, engineering, purchasing, and quality to attain production goals. * Responsible for providing materials for short-term and long-term production plan.

New paint material introductions for automotive production. * Support for new model color launches ... Background in Chemical Engineering or Materials Engineering. * Pure laboratory or R&D roles without ...

Materials Analyst

Shepherdsville, KY · On-site

$24.75 - $30.75/hr

Materials Analyst We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i- TAHN ) AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based ... We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and ...

Materials Analyst

Shepherdsville, KY · On-site

$24.75 - $30.75/hr

Materials Analyst We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN) AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based ... We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and ...

Coordinate with production planning, operations, engineering, purchasing, and quality to attain production goals. * Responsible for providing materials for short-term and long-term production plan.

Bachelor's degree in engineering field or related experience. * Proficient knowledge of Microsoft ... Lead materials related problem-solving efforts across multiple divisions as necessary. * Lead CPU ...

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Materials Developer information

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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Infographic showing various Materials Developer job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Materials Manager

Steelblue BC

Georgetown, KY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

DESCRIPTION
The Materials Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of material flow within the facility, including inbound receiving, inventory control, associated material handling, production scheduling, and outbound load planning and shipping. This role ensures the right materials are available at the right time to meet production and customer delivery requirements while optimizing cost and efficiency.
Supervision to: Production Scheduler, Cycle Counter, Shipping, Receiving, Packaging and Material handling Staff
Works closely with: Production Manager, Buyers, Project Managers, 3PL partners
Key Responsibilities:
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Assures the development and maintenance of the master production schedule to meet customer demand and plant capacity.
• Coordinate with production and procurement to align schedules with material availability and labor capacity.
• Monitor schedule attainment and adjust plans to minimize downtime, shortages, and excess inventory.
• Manage MRP/ERP system inputs and outputs related to demand and supply planning.
Materials Management & Inventory Control
• Oversee inventory accuracy, control, and optimization across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Lead and monitor cycle counting programs to ensure high inventory accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
Receiving & Inbound Logistics
• Manage all receiving operations, including executing inbound deliveries and dock activity.
• Ensure timely and accurate receipt of materials into inventory systems.
• Collaborate with procurement for scheduling and issue resolution.
Load Planning & Shipping
• Oversee outbound shipping operations, ensuring on-time delivery to customers.
• Develop and manage load planning strategies to optimize freight costs and truck utilization.
• Coordinate with carriers, third-party logistics providers, and project managers.
• Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and documentation for shipments.
Warehouse & Material Handling
• Direct warehouse operations including storage, picking, staging, packaging and material flow to production lines.
• Ensure proper use of equipment and adherence to safety standards.
• Implement lean practices such as 5S and FIFO.
Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement
• Lead, develop, and coach cross-functional teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, efficiency, and service level.
• Establish KPIs and track performance metrics.
• Partner with production, quality, engineering, and procurement teams.
• Maintain compliance with quality, safety, and documentation requirements.
Key Performance Metrics
• Schedule execution, inventory accuracy, on time shipments, freight cost efficiency, receiving and shipping accuracy, and cycle count compliance.
REQUIREMENTS
At SteelBlue, we are committed to delivering high-quality manufacturing solutions through innovation, teamwork, safety, and customer focus. Our success is built on a culture that values integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, and respect for our employees, customers, and business partners.
We take pride in maintaining a safe and productive work environment while providing exceptional products and services that meet and exceed customer expectations. Through investment in our people, equipment, and processes, we strive to be an industry leader known for quality, reliability, and operational excellence.
Our employees are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative workplace where individuals are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills, and grow professionally. By working together and embracing our core values, we continue to strengthen our position as a trusted partner and employer of choice in the manufacturing industry.