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Materials Developer Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

... engineering, testing, manufacturing, and fulfillment of custom and stock packaging Your Role ... Position Summary As a Materials Lead, you will support the day-to-day operations of the materials ...

... engineering, testing, manufacturing, and fulfillment of custom and stock packaging Your Role ... Position Summary As a Materials Lead, you will support the day-to-day operations of the materials ...

... engineering, testing, manufacturing, and fulfillment of custom and stock packaging Your Role ... Position Summary As a Materials Lead, you will support the day-to-day operations of the materials ...

Materials Lead

Hebron, KY · On-site

$22 - $23/hr

... engineering, testing, manufacturing, and fulfillment of custom and stock packaging Your Role ... Position Summary As a Materials Lead, you will support the day-to-day operations of the materials ...

Coordinate shipments, expedite orders, and ensure timely delivery of materials. Cross-Functional Collaboration * Work closely with Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Engineering, and Quality to ...

Process Engineer

Morganfield, KY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

... Engineer focused on e-coat, paint, and surface finishing processes within a high-volume ... Lead process trials, validate new materials and process changes, and support continuous improvement ...

We are known as experts in engineering, manufacturing, and servicing innovative automated materials handling systems including conveyors, automatic guided vehicles, automated storage & retrieval ...

... materials necessary to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Additionally, you will ... Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or scientific-related field or equivalent experience ...

... delivery of materials. Please note that this position requires 100% onsite presence ... Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or scientific-related field or equivalent experience ...

... delivery of materials. Please note that this position requires 100% onsite presence ... Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or scientific-related field or equivalent experience ...

We are known as experts in engineering, manufacturing, and servicing innovative automated materials handling systems including conveyors, automatic guided vehicles, automated storage & retrieval ...

SPED Engineer

Berea, KY · On-site

$40K - $51K/yr

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Special Product Engineering & Design (SPED ...

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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 Lead

TransPak

Hebron, KY • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Who We Are
Originally founded in Silicon Valley in 1952, we've been a private, family owned and operated business since 1969. We are humbled by the long-term relationships with our customers, earned through the packaging solutions we offer, including design, engineering, testing, manufacturing, and fulfillment of custom and stock packaging
Your Role- Materials Lead
Work Location: 2140 Global Way, Hebron, KY, 41048
Work Schedule: TBD
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay
The job duties listed below describe the general nature of the work; some incumbent's duties may differ. The physical requirements described below represent the requirements to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation and the interactive process will be employed to determine reasonable accommodations.
Please contact your supervisor to clarify individual duties. TransPak reserves the right to change the job or reassign duties, as business conditions require. Job descriptions do not constitute a contract of employment and TransPak may exercise its employment at-will rights. Reliable on-site attendance may be expected.
Position Summary
As a Materials Lead, you will support the day-to-day operations of the materials and inventory function while providing hands-on leadership to Material Handlers and Stock Clerks. In this role, you will help coordinate the movement, storage, and accuracy of materials required for production while ensuring team members follow safety standards and established operating procedures.
You'll work closely with production, warehouse, and inventory teams to ensure materials are available when needed, workflows remain efficient, and department goals related to safety, quality, and production deadlines are met.
What You'll Be Doing
Materials Coordination & Inventory Control
  • Support the coordination, receipt, storage, handling, and movement of raw materials, purchased parts, and production supplies
  • Ensure production teams have the materials required to meet daily and scheduled production demands
  • Maintain accurate inventory transactions and assist in monitoring inventory levels
  • Support inventory control processes including cycle counts and discrepancy resolution
  • Assist with physical inventory counts and month-end inventory activities as needed
  • Follow and reinforce company standard operating procedures related to materials handling and safety
Team Leadership & Daily Operations
  • Provide day-to-day guidance and support to Material Handlers and Stock Clerks
  • Help ensure team members follow safety practices and department procedures
  • Coordinate daily tasks and workflow to support production schedules
  • Assist with onboarding and training new team members on equipment, systems, and processes
  • Communicate with supervisors and cross-functional teams to resolve material issues quickly
  • Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience in materials handling, warehouse operations, or inventory control
  • Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate inventory records
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate multiple activities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
Highly Desired
  • Previous lead or senior materials handler experience
  • Experience with ERP systems such as Sage X3
  • Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in supply chain, logistics, or related field

Interested but Concerned You're Not Qualified?
Don't meet every single requirement? At TransPak, we are building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this, or other, openings