Electrical Test Operator

Matchtech Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking an Electrical Test Operator for a 12-month, fully onsite role in Bolton. You will certify products, perform tests on electronic equipment, and maintain testing records in line with certification procedures.

The ideal candidate has a background in electrical manufacturing testing and holds relevant electrical qualifications. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and colour vision are essential for staying compliant with quality standards.

Qualifications

• Background in electrical/electronic manufacturing test.
• Qualifications must be in Electrical Manufacturing / Electrical Engineering subjects.
• Normal colour vision (no colour blindness).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Electrical test background

Electrical apprenticeship

Electrical/Engineering qualifications

Detail oriented

Team player

Colour vision

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship

City & Guilds Parts 1-3

ONC or City & Guilds Part 1-3

NVQ3 / BTEC ONC/HNC

Electrical manufacturing qualifications

Job description

Electrical Test Operator

Key details

• Location: Bolton - fully onsite
• Contract length: 12 months
• IR35: Inside IR35
• Rate: £29.02 p/h Umbrella, rising to £30.38 p/h Umbrella after week 12
• Clearance: Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible to obtain SC Clearance and hold the sole British nationality (can start on BPSS).

Responsibilities

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

Skillset / experience required

• Background in electrical/electronic manufacturing test (e.g., Electrical Tester / Test Operator)
• Electrical Apprenticeship in One Of The Following:
  • Approved Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship Framework/Modern Apprenticeship
  • Vocational G or H Units with Further Education, City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3
  • Vocational TR23 Units with Further Education, ONC or City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3
  • Vocational NVQ3 with Further Education, BTEC ONC/HNC
• Qualifications must be in Electrical Manufacturing / Electrical Engineering subjects
• Strong attention to detail, planning/organising skills, adaptable team approach
• Normal colour vision (no colour blindness)