Electrical Test Operator

ZipRecruiter; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Test Operator for a long-term apprenticeship in Bolton. This role involves certifying products, conducting tests on electronic equipment, and maintaining high standards of workmanship. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a strong focus on customer satisfaction, possessing excellent planning and organizing skills. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with product certification procedures and maintaining a safe working environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to a dynamic team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship required.
• HNC or equivalent certificate is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Certify products in line with certification procedures.
• Carry out tests and fault-finding on electronic equipment.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Focus

Planning and Organizing

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21/ONC

HNC or equivalent certificate

Tools

Test Equipment

Job description

Job Description

An Apprenticeship Served Electrical Test Operator is required for a long-term contract assignment based in Bolton. The Test Operator will be responsible for carrying out test tasks within the operational business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives.

Specific responsibilities include:

1. Certify the product in line with Product Certification procedure.
2. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits.
3. Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks.
4. Carry out setting-up procedures for testing, including the awareness of the need for periodic recalibration of test equipment.
5. Carry out tests on electronic equipment in accordance with test instructions, using specified test equipment.
6. Carry out simple fault-finding procedures on electronic equipment.
7. Keep test records and report faults for rectification.
8. Ensure manufacturing test times are met.
9. Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack.
10. Maintain the highest level of workmanship standards and product quality.
11. Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process.
12. Maintain a safe working environment.
13. Maintain a good housekeeping policy.
14. Communicate best practices to other team members.

The successful candidate should be a team player who is able to demonstrate customer focus. They should also have proven planning and organizing skills and be flexible and adaptable.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21/ONC.
2. Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent certificate.
3. Manual handling training.
4. Lifting & Slinging training (Including overhead cranes).
5. ESD training.
6. No blindness.