Materials Testing Laboratory Technician | Laborant Werkstoffprüfung (m/w/d)

Praxis Personalmanagement GmbH

Hermsdorf, Thüringen, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Feb 2, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is an immediate, full-time, and permanent opportunity for a skilled Materials Testing Laboratory Technician focused on analyzing metals, plastics, and elastomers. The successful candidate will be responsible for the comprehensive preparation of samples, documenting structural conditions using microscopy, and independently applying various instructed testing procedures. Key daily tasks include conducting technical cleanliness testing, microscopic documentation of wear conditions, and generating detailed documentation, test reports, and statistics. This position requires a background as a Materials Tester, Metallographer, or similar, coupled with strong knowledge of physical and chemical testing methods, metallography, and relevant cleanliness standards (e.g., VDA19.1, ISO 16232). Accuracy, reliability, and proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems are essential for success in this detail-oriented laboratory environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training or further education as a Materials Tester, Metallographer, Chemical Laboratory Technician, Physics Laboratory Technician, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Experience in Technical Cleanliness Testing
  • Professional experience with physical and chemical materials testing procedures for metals and plastics/elastomers
  • Professional experience using microscopes

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Possession of a driver's license (FS) and a car (PKW) is advantageous for reaching the workplace.