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Raw Material Receiver

Trafford, PA · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Raw Material Receiver Target Experience: 3+ years Department: Logistics Location: Trafford, PA ... Ability to communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and department leadership.

Raw Material Lab Analyst

Getzville, NY · On-site

$62K - $67K/yr

Reports to: Lab Supervisor Essential Functions/Duties: * Perform routine chemical analysis and ... raw materials. * Operates various analytical instrumentation and physical testing equipment.

Raw Material Lab Analyst

Getzville, NY · On-site

$62K - $67K/yr

Reports to: Lab Supervisor Essential Functions/Duties: * Perform routine chemical analysis and ... raw materials. * Operates various analytical instrumentation and physical testing equipment.

Reports to: Lab Supervisor Essential Functions/Duties: * Perform routine chemical analysis and ... raw materials. * Operates various analytical instrumentation and physical testing equipment.

Inspect all incoming raw materials to confirm all requirements are met and complete Incoming ... You spend a large part of your time working with Warehouse Employees and Supervisors. You must have ...

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How much do raw material supervisor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for raw material supervisor in the United States is $29.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.64 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a raw material supervisor?

A Raw Material Supervisor oversees the procurement, storage, and usage of raw materials in a manufacturing or production facility. They ensure that materials meet quality standards, are properly inventoried, and are available to meet production schedules. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, monitoring material costs, and implementing efficient inventory management practices. Additionally, they work closely with production teams to prevent shortages or delays and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the main challenges a raw material supervisor typically faces on the job?

Raw Material Supervisors often encounter challenges in balancing inventory levels to avoid production slowdowns while minimizing excess stock and waste. Managing supplier relationships, handling occasional quality discrepancies, and ensuring materials meet strict production deadlines require diligent oversight and quick problem-solving. The role also involves coordinating closely with purchasing, production, and quality assurance teams to address issues as they arise. Overcoming these challenges is key to maintaining smooth operations and supporting the overall success of the manufacturing process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the raw material supervisor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Raw Material Supervisor, you need strong knowledge of inventory management, quality control, and supply chain processes, typically supported by experience in manufacturing or logistics. Familiarity with ERP systems, inventory tracking software, and relevant certifications such as APICS or Six Sigma is valuable. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help foster collaboration and ensure team efficiency. These abilities are critical for maintaining material quality, reducing waste, and ensuring seamless production operations.

More about Raw Material Supervisor jobs
Infographic showing various Raw Material Supervisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,043 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Material Handler (Day Shift) - $21.49/hr

Westlake Corporation

Brownsville, TN • On-site

$21.49/hr

Full-time

Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Westlake Chemical rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 104 rated chemical manufacturers


Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
About Westlake Pipe and Fittings
Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS?
We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.
COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS
  • Benefits Effective Day 1
  • Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&D
  • Paid Vacation
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement Program
  • Opportunity for Advancement

Summary: Responsible for receiving, inventorying and monitoring all incoming raw materials (including molding pellets, carton, labels and other components).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position reports directly to the Raw Material Supervisor and will also receive directions from the Operations Manager, Inventory Analyst in the absence of or in conjunction with the Raw Material Supervisor.
The primary responsibility of the Material Handler - Raw Materials is to safely and efficiently perform top-quality operational duties on a daily basis, which include (but are not limited to) the following:
  • Knowledge and recognition of materials and where they are used.
  • Knowledge of daily performance goals and working to achieve 100% of tasked duties.
  • Completion of necessary documentation or data entry in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Strong computer competency for ERP, including but not limited to inventory reporting, cycle counting, purchasing receiving and reporting, etc. Prior SAP experience is a plus.
  • Safe and timely unloading of incoming deliveries.
  • Collecting testing samples of all incoming deliveries to complete require testing.
  • Proper verification of incoming materials, quantities and delivery to their assigned location.
  • Detection, segregation, and isolation of non-conforming materials and timely notification of Quality, Procurement, Materials and Operations for corrective actions.
  • Safe and timely transportation of virgin and reground materials to the production floor for processing, when necessary.
  • Assuring quality of work through the proper labeling and verification of correctness for all types of materials.
  • Able to identify various types of quality defects and to notify proper departments.
  • Assist in inventory counts and data entry as necessary and instructed.
  • Develop and maintain visual management methods like visual cues, floor markings, signage or dashboards.
  • Must be able to safely operate and perform daily maintenance checks on a forklift.
  • Proper organization and cleanliness of assigned work area to highest level of standards (5S)
  • Perform 5S Audit for each work area assigned on a regular basis
  • Performing the afore-mentioned functions with minimum supervision.
  • Any other duties, as assigned by supervision or management.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualifications: Must know how to operate a forklift and have a valid forklift license.
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend sufficient English to follow work instructions.
Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills and counting ability required.
Reasoning Ability: Must be able to pay close attention to detail, have general deductive reasoning skills to troubleshoot minor issues and knowledgeable of how and when to escalate. Must be able to work without close supervision.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must maintain a valid forklift license.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds, bend, stoop, walk, carry, clean, drive and maintain. Will use gloves, fork truck, stretch wrap machine, and pallet jacks.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. General factory. Exposed to heat, cold, noise, dust, oil/grease, purge fumes, raw material and traveling powered industrial vehicles.
Training Requirements:
  • General Job Duties: Forklift operation, stretch wrapper use, tracking paperwork, housekeeping, etc.
  • Quality Control & Auditing: Train on quality standards, recognizing defects and reporting to proper departments for corrective actions.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

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