Production Test Manager

ACS Executive Search & Coaching; Tendring; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Production Test Manager to lead a talented team in validating innovative electronic products. This role offers the chance to drive quality and strategy, collaborating with R&D and production teams to ensure the highest standards of electronic testing. If you have a strong background in electronics and a passion for leadership, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a senior position. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will help shape the future of electronic testing and product excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in electronic testing within manufacturing or R&D.
• Excellent understanding of test methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement electronic test strategies.
• Lead and mentor the test team, ensuring performance and growth.
• Oversee test system design and compliance with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Higher-level qualification in Electrical Engineering

Higher-level qualification in Electronics

Tools

Test methodologies

Test tools and equipment

Job description

Job vacancy - Production Test Manager

Position: Production Test Manager

Reference: DHacs1559

Location: Clacton-On-Sea

Salary: £42,000 - £44,000 per annum

Job title: Production Test Manager

Are you a skilled leader with a passion for precision, performance, and electronics? We're looking for a Production Test Manager to lead a talented test team and play a key role in validating cutting-edge electronic products.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role with real impact - driving quality, setting strategy, and collaborating across R&D, production, and quality teams. If you've got a strong background in electronic testing and a knack for leadership, this one's for you.

Responsibilities

1. Developing and rolling out smart, effective electronic test strategies
2. Leading and mentoring the test team - giving structure, support, and purpose
3. Overseeing test system design - including hardware and software elements
4. Managing people operations: performance reviews, absence, motivation, and growth
5. Ensuring reliability, accuracy, and efficiency across all test activities
6. Defining production test requirements for new product development
7. Working with R&D and production to resolve issues and troubleshoot problems
8. Monitoring KPIs, reporting test metrics, and driving continuous improvement
9. Keeping everything on track - from test schedules and resources to budget management
10. Ensuring full compliance with regulatory and company standards (ISO, IPC, etc.)

Requirements

1. A higher-level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or similar
2. Strong experience in electronic testing, ideally in a manufacturing or R&D setting
3. Excellent understanding of test methodologies, tools, and equipment
4. Familiarity with ISO 9001, IPC standards, and ideally high voltage testing regulations
5. A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills
6. Confident leadership, communication, and project management abilities
7. A collaborative, team-first approach with the ability to thrive under pressure

ACS are recruiting for a Production Test Manager. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Production Test Manager, submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Production Test Manager. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Production Test Manager with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Production Test Manager role you desire.

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