Metallographic Laboratory Specialist

Metallographic Laboratory Specialist 

About the role

In this role, you will support metallographic laboratory activities, ensuring high‑quality sample preparation, accurate testing, and reliable documentation. You will collaborate with Quality and EHS teams, production departments, and suppliers to secure compliance with SKF standards and industry requirements.

Your work will directly contribute to product quality, process development, and continuous improvement across SKF’s manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample preparation for metallographic examinations.
• Maintaining sample identification systems — proper marking, storage, and traceability.
• Conducting examinations of supplier components, semi‑finished products, and production output, including PPAP‑related testing.
• Performing tests supporting process development.
• Documenting results in registers and preparing reports.
• Calibrating and checking equipment — microscopes, X‑ray devices, spectrometers, and sample‑preparation tools.
• Coordinating orders for auxiliary materials and services for Quality & EHS units.
• Conducting CQI‑9 special process audits in line with CQI‑9 and SKF Group requirements.

What we expect you to have

• Higher technical education in materials engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Experience in a similar metallographic or laboratory role.
• Communicative English — spoken and written.
• Good command of MS Office tools.
• Basic knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and SKF Group requirements.
• Basic understanding of production processes relevant to the organization.
• Ability to prepare and present reports.
• Ability to develop procedures and work instructions.
• Knowledge of CQI‑9 requirements, confirmed by a training certificate, and familiarity with SKF Group requirements in this area.

You will enjoy working here if you

• Have attention to detail and enjoy precise laboratory work.
• Are curious, analytical, and motivated by solving technical challenges.
• Work in a structured, organized manner.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment where continuous improvement is part of everyday work.
• Are business‑minded and interested in how quality processes support SKF’s core operations.

Additional information

This position is located in Poznan (Poland) on a local contract. You will report to Marcin Dopierala Laboratory Manager.

For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Aleksandra Szczepanska, People Service Specialist via Teams.

Please note that we cannot accept applications via email due to GDPR.

Is this you?

If yes, submit your application with your CV and a short motivation letter as soon as possible, and no later than July 31st, 2026. We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period.