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WuXi AppTec

QC Raw Material Scientist

Middletown, DE · On-site

Perform and review QC analytical testing of raw materials, APIs, excipients, and packaging components according to approved specifications, pharmacopeial methods, and SOPs. * Execute compendial and ...

WuXi AppTec

QC Raw Material Scientist

Middletown, DE · On-site

Perform and review QC analytical testing of raw materials, APIs, excipients, and packaging components according to approved specifications, pharmacopeial methods, and SOPs. * Execute compendial and ...

WuXi AppTec Group

NY · On-site

$95 - $125/hr

Perform and review QC analytical testing of raw materials, APIs, excipients, and packaging components according to approved specifications, pharmacopeial methods, and SOPs. * Execute compendial and ...

WuXi AppTec

QC Raw Material Scientist

Middletown, DE

Perform and review QC analytical testing of raw materials, APIs, excipients, and packaging components according to approved specifications, pharmacopeial methods, and SOPs. * Execute compendial and ...

Bandit Running

Senior Raw Materials Manager

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

You'll track performance through wear tests and lab testing, and use results to inform product and ... Own the raw material development calendar and ensure on-time deliverables from concept to ...

Bandit Running

Senior Raw Materials Manager

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

You'll track performance through wear tests and lab testing, and use results to inform product and ... Own the raw material development calendar and ensure on-time deliverables from concept to ...

Bandit Running

Senior Raw Materials Manager

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

You'll track performance through wear tests and lab testing, and use results to inform product and ... Own the raw material development calendar and ensure on-time deliverables from concept to ...

Sonaca North America

Raw Materials Handler

Fredonia, KS · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Raw Materials Handler Sonaca is a world-class leader in designing, building and manufacturing ... We employ engineering, manufacturing and testing experts throughout the United States and the rest ...

Sonaca

Raw Materials Handler

Fredonia, KS · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

We employ engineering, manufacturing and testing experts throughout the United States and the rest ... POSITION SUMMARY We are currently seeking a Raw Materials Handler . The Handler is responsible for ...

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How much do raw materials testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for raw materials testing in the United States is $22.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Raw Materials Testing vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectRaw Materials TestingQuality Control Technician
CertificationsLaboratory certifications, quality assurance trainingQuality control certifications, industry-specific training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing plantsProduction lines, warehouses
Industry UsageMaterial suppliers, manufacturing companiesManufacturing, production facilities

Raw Materials Testing focuses on analyzing and verifying the quality of raw materials before production, ensuring they meet specifications. Quality Control Technicians monitor ongoing production processes to maintain product standards. While both roles require similar certifications and work environments, Raw Materials Testing is more specialized in initial material assessment, whereas Quality Control Technicians oversee the final product quality during manufacturing.

How to become a raw materials tester?

To become a raw materials tester, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with knowledge of testing procedures and quality control. Relevant skills include attention to detail, familiarity with laboratory equipment, and understanding of material properties; some roles may require technical certifications or training. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions can also improve job prospects in this field.

Is construction material testing a good career?

Construction material testing is a viable career that involves evaluating the quality and safety of building materials such as concrete, soil, and asphalt. It requires knowledge of testing procedures, often using specialized equipment, and may require certifications like NICET or ASTM standards. The field offers steady employment opportunities in construction, engineering, and quality assurance sectors.
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Technical Lead, Raw Materials

Teknor Apex Company

Pawtucket, RI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Teknor Apex rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 85 rated plastic manufacturers

Job description

When Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, at the time no one could have predicted how Teknor Apex would become an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that's carried us through acquisitions and expansion, we now have nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.
Throughout this global expansion Teknor has remained a privately held company, and today Fain's grandson sits at the helm, maintaining the family's tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships are what allow us-together-to deliver customized compound solutions and help our customer's create better products.
"Manufacturing is a team sport, and we work together to achieve our goals." ~Jon Fain
The Technical Lead, Raw Materials, leads technical execution of raw material initiatives in support of Teknor Apex's raw material strategy across its plastics compounding businesses. This role manages a small technical team while directly driving high-impact projects to identify, evaluate, approve, and implement alternate and next-generation raw materials that improve cost, supply security, performance, compliance, safety, and sustainability. The position partners closely with Technical, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, EHS, Product Stewardship, and business teams to convert raw material opportunities into measurable business results.
Job Description
The Technical Lead, Raw Materials, leads technical execution of raw material initiatives in support of Teknor Apex's raw material strategy across its plastics compounding businesses. This role manages a small technical team while directly driving high-impact projects to identify, evaluate, approve, and implement alternate and next-generation raw materials that improve cost, supply security, performance, compliance, safety, and sustainability. The position partners closely with Technical, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, EHS, Product Stewardship, and business teams to convert raw material opportunities into measurable business results.
Responsibilities
  • Lead technical project pipelines for the evaluation and implementation of alternative, replacement, and next-generation raw materials across Teknor Apex's compounding businesses.
  • Directly manage high-impact raw material evaluation, qualification, approval, and implementation projects as a hands-on working manager.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the raw materials technical team while setting priorities, providing technical guidance, and ensuring strong execution.
  • Standardize and improve raw material evaluation protocols, specifications, testing plans, documentation, and manufacturing implementation processes.
  • Review SDS, technical data sheets, supplier documentation, regulatory information, and related records to assess risk, suitability, and implementation requirements.
  • Oversee laboratory testing, validate data quality, interpret results, and translate findings into clear recommendations for stakeholders and leadership.
  • Partner with Procurement and suppliers to identify alternatives, reduce single-source risk, improve cost and quality, strengthen supply security, and advance innovation.
  • Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Product Stewardship, and EHS to ensure materials meet technical, operational, regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements.
  • Manage raw material deactivation, consolidation, rationalization, specifications, project metrics, reporting, and leadership communication.
  • Exercise assigned approval authority for vendors, quality-related raw material and product decisions, raw material development projects, direct reports' technical reports, and direct reports' expense reports.
  • Stay current on new material technologies, relevant AI tools and methods, competitive activity, and intellectual property trends through supplier engagement, conferences, seminars, and trade shows, and guide evaluation or adoption where appropriate.
  • This description is a summary of principal responsibilities and is not intended to include all duties that may be assigned.

Skills and Competencies
  • Strong technical knowledge of polymers, plastics compounding, additives, fillers, elastomers, or related raw material technologies
  • Good understanding of polymer structure-property-processing relationships and how raw material selection influences formulation performance, manufacturability, and end-use properties.
  • Sound technical judgment with the ability to balance performance, cost, supply risk, compliance, safety, sustainability, and business impact.
  • Ability to coach technical talent, set priorities, build accountability, and drive execution through a small team.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex mechanical, physical, rheological, thermal, and analytical data used to characterize plastics and raw materials.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into clear recommendations for cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, stakeholders, and implementation risks.
  • AI-Enabled Technical Problem Solving - Ability to lead the practical adoption of AI tools, models, and agents to accelerate technical brainstorming, improve problem-solving speed and accuracy, strengthen decision-making, and raise the team's overall effectiveness.

Education and Work Experience Requirements
• 7+ years of experience in plastics, polymers, chemical manufacturing, compounding, materials engineering, product development, technical service, raw material management, or a related technical function preferred.
• Prior people leadership, project leadership, technical team leadership, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Polymer/Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
This description is a summary of principal responsibilities and is not intended to include all duties that may be assigned.
Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex
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