Laboratory Techncian - Material Testing (m/f/d)

tesa; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

tesa is seeking a Laboratory Technician focused on material testing to drive development, testing and optimization of advanced adhesive tape solutions for automotive applications. You will work hands-on with functional pads and multilayer polymer systems, documenting results with traceable data.

The role emphasizes independent trial planning, collaboration across development functions, and knowledge sharing to foster the next generation of lab professionals in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training in a chemical laboratory field or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and independently conduct laboratory trials for development and optimization of adhesive tape solutions.
• Work hands-on with functional adhesive pads and multilayer polymer-adhesive systems.
• Prepare, process and test materials using laboratory methods and procedures.
• Document, evaluate and interpret test results with traceable documentation.
• Identify deviations and opportunities for improvement in materials and processes.
• Support transfer of new solutions into development stages and contribute to projects.
• Share knowledge and support training of future laboratory professionals.

Skills

Material testing

Laboratory work

Adhesives formulation

MS Office

English communication

German communication

Education

Chemical Laboratory Technician (Chemielaborant/in) or CTA

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Teams

Job description

What you will do

As a Laboratory Technician with focus on material testing, you will play an important role in continuously improving innovative adhesive tape solutions for the automotive industry. You will work hands‑on with advanced materials and technologies, including functional adhesive pads and multilayer polymer‑adhesive composite systems. With your practical laboratory expertise, you will contribute to the development, testing and optimization of solutions for future mobility applications while working closely with colleagues across development and related functions.

Your tasks include

• Plan and independently conduct laboratory trials and practical evaluations for the development and optimization of adhesive tape solutions and related materials.
• Work hands‑on with functional adhesive pads and multilayer polymer‑adhesive composite systems, supporting their development and continuous improvement.
• Prepare, process and test materials and samples using appropriate laboratory methods, equipment and procedures.
• Document, evaluate and interpret test results in accordance with applicable quality and audit requirements, ensuring reliable and traceable documentation.
• dentify deviations and opportunities for improvement and contribute to the systematic optimization of materials, processes and products.
• Support the transfer and implementation of new solutions into further development stages and contribute your practical expertise to project‑related activities.
• Share your knowledge and practical experience within the team and support the training and development of the next generation of laboratory professionals.

What you will need

• You have successfully completed vocational training as a Chemical Laboratory Technician (Chemielaborant/in), Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), or a comparable technical qualification.
• Practical experience in material testing, processing or formulating adhesives or similar polymer compounds, such as coatings, is desirable.
• You enjoy hands‑on laboratory work and are willing to take on organizational responsibility for laboratory activities and processes.
• Your solution‑oriented and customer‑focused approach, combined with a strong sense of responsibility, makes you a valuable team member.
• You are motivated and curious and enjoy contributing actively in a dynamic and agile working environment. You work independently while also valuing collaboration and knowledge exchange within the team.
• You are confident using MS Office and Microsoft Teams; experience with databases or comparable digital tools is an advantage.
• In our international environment, you communicate confidently in both written and spoken German and English.

What you can expect

tesa is one of the world's leading manufacturers of adhesive tape solutions, with a range of more than 7,000 products. With passion for technology, we drive innovation, reliability, and sustainability to shape a better future.

Our solutions make a difference in the work, products, and lives of our customers across a variety of industries, including Automotive, Electronics, and Home applications. With this, we address a broad segment of business customers, but also you as a private consumer.

You might be surprised to discover the many places where our adhesive solutions are at work, from the battery in your electric car, to the display of your mobile phone, and even in the elevator in your building. Wherever you look, you'll find tesa - holding the world together since more than 125 years.