Laboratory Specialist – Product Testing (m/f/d)

Midea Europe; Ragow-Merz; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Flexible hours

Remote work

Quality-driven culture

Training programs

Pension & lunch allowance

Job summary

Midea Europe is seeking a dedicated laboratory specialist in Germany to support hygiene, performance and compliance testing. You will work closely with R&D to ensure product quality and innovation, performing tests, managing equipment and documenting results.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, data analysis and collaboration across teams to optimize performance and efficiency in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory testing, product testing or technical development is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of test methods, measurement equipment and documentation.
• Strong interest in product performance, hygiene and quality testing.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured working style.
• Confident handling of test data and MS Office applications.
• Good English and German communication in an international R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct hygiene, performance and compliance tests per test plans and standards.
• Ensure correct test setups, sample configurations and reproducible conditions.
• Operate tests independently and document results accurately.
• Evaluate hygiene, cleaning performance, energy efficiency and resource use.
• Analyze test data and support root-cause analysis and optimization.
• Collaborate with R&D and product teams to implement improvements.
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure a safe, organized environment.

Skills

Hands-on testing

Analytical thinking

Test data handling

MS Office

German & English (communication)

Structured working

Education

Engineering / related field

Job description

Your responsibilities

Position Overview

Support the end-to-end execution of hygiene, performance and compliance testing, ensuring products meet applicable European standards and market requirements. The role combines hands-on laboratory testing, standardized test methods, equipment management and close collaboration with R&D teams to support product quality, performance and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and conduct hygiene, performance and compliance tests according to defined test plans and standards.
• Ensure correct test setups, sample configurations and reproducible test conditions.
• Independently operate and monitor tests and accurately record and document test results.
• Evaluate key parameters such as hygiene, cleaning performance, energy efficiency and resource consumption.
• Analyze test data and support root cause analysis and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with R&D and product development teams to identify and implement technical improvements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and infrastructure, including basic maintenance, calibration, consumables and a safe, organized lab environment.

Your profile

• Completed technical vocational training or a university degree in engineering, laboratory technology, mechatronics, electrical engineering, chemistry or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory testing, product testing or technical development is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of test methods, measurement equipment and technical documentation.
• Strong interest in product performance, hygiene and quality testing.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and precise working style.
• Confident handling of test data and standard MS Office applications.
• Good English and German communication skills and ability to work in an international R&D environment.

What we offer

• An international working environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Flexible working hours and remote working options.
• A collaborative culture focused on quality and innovation.
• Access to training programs and career development initiatives.
• Employee benefit programs, including private pension contributions and lunch allowance.