Electrical Test Operator

Insignis; Ribble Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking multinational defence firm as a Test Operator on a 12-month contract. In this pivotal role, you will execute key testing activities, ensuring product certification and compliance with stringent standards. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining high-quality workmanship and promoting a safe working environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic team, sharing best practices and driving continuous improvement. If you possess a strong technical background and a passion for quality assurance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Technical engineering apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• HNC or equivalent further education certification.

Responsibilities

• Certifying products according to the Product Certification procedure.
• Conducting electronic equipment testing using specified instruments.
• Recording test results and ensuring compliance with procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Planning and Organisation

Flexibility and Adaptability

Fault-Finding Procedures

Education

NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21/ONC

HNC or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity
Insignis Talent are currently seeking a Test Operator to collaborate with a leading multinational defence firm on a 12-month contract. As a Test Operator, you will be responsible for executing key test activities within the operational business in line with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, and allocated budgets and timescales to support project goals.

As a Test Operator, your responsibilities will encompass:

• Certifying products in accordance with the Product Certification procedure.
• Maintaining product certification and approval through regular audits.
• Applying a versatile skill set across a broad range of testing tasks.
• Performing test equipment setup, including awareness of calibration needs.
• Conducting electronic equipment testing per defined instructions and using specified test instruments.
• Executing basic fault-finding procedures on electronic components.
• Recording test results and reporting faults for resolution.
• Ensuring manufacturing test schedules are adhered to.
• Verifying and completing manufacturing data pack documentation.
• Upholding the highest standards of workmanship and product quality.
• Ensuring full compliance with all manufacturing procedures.
• Promoting a safe working environment and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Sharing best practices with team members to drive continuous improvement.

Role Requirements:
To excel in this role, candidates should possess:

• A formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21/ONC.
• Formal further education certification to HNC or equivalent.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team with a strong customer focus.
• Sound planning and organisational skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet shifting priorities.
• No colour blindness (essential for the nature of test work).

Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of the work, successful applicants must be able to satisfy a UK SC clearance check.