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Materials Scientist
Job in
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, 52245, USA
Listed on 2025-12-02
Listing for:
Plastic Executive Recruiters
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Materials Engineer, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We’re looking for a hands-on Material Scientist to lead formulation and testing efforts for advanced polymer materials with a focus on recycled content. This role bridges R&D, manufacturing, and quality—turning technical insight into scalable product solutions for the plastics industry.
Base pay range
$/yr - $/yr
This range is provided by Plastic Executive Recruiters. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
What You'll Do- Formulate and improve polyolefin-based composites using recycled materials to meet durability, performance, and cost goals.
- Run material trials from lab-scale prototypes to full-scale production, working closely with manufacturing teams.
- Analyze and interpret data from mechanical and thermal testing.
- Troubleshoot material issues and provide root cause analysis to support product improvements.
- Maintain clear documentation of formulations, test methods, and results.
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to qualify materials, align specifications, and support regulatory compliance.
- Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- 3–8+ years of experience in polymer R&D, especially with PE, PP, or recycled resins.
- Strong understanding of material behavior, structure-property relationships, and polymer testing methods.
- Hands-on experience with plastics processing techniques.
- Ability to manage multiple development projects and communicate technical findings clearly.
- Familiarity with additives and sustainability-focused formulations.
- Background in building materials, construction products, or outdoor-durable goods.
- Experience with quality tools such as SPC, FMEA, or DOE.
- Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr (provided by Plastic Executive Recruiters; final pay based on qualifications)
- Full health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Supportive, high-performing environment with a focus on innovation
- Comfortable working in lab and plant settings; able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to travel up to 20% for supplier visits and production support.
- Associate
- Full-time
- Science, Engineering, and Analyst
- Plastics Manufacturing
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