Head of Laboratory – Mechanical Material Testing / Production Quality Assurance | Laborleitung (m/w/d) – Mechanische Werkstoffprüfung / Qualitätssicherung Produktion

Job Summary

This role is for a seasoned professional to lead and strategically develop a mechanical material testing laboratory focused on production quality assurance. The successful candidate will oversee a team, ensuring the precise execution and continuous optimization of mechanical testing procedures such as tensile, compression, bending, hardness, and torsion tests. A key aspect of the role involves close collaboration with R&D to develop and validate new testing methods, ensuring compliance with internal quality standards and external normative requirements like ISO 9001. The position demands strong leadership, technical expertise in material science, and the ability to interpret complex test results to drive process and product optimization. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about quality and innovation in an industrial setting.