QA Operator (Cable Testing Operator)

Sumitomo Electric; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a QA Operator to join their innovative team focused on cable testing. This role involves setting up test equipment, conducting tests, and ensuring compliance with international standards. The successful candidate will contribute to a project that supports the UK's Net Zero targets while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for quality assurance and want to be part of a leading global manufacturer, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to organize testing plans and procedures.
• Supervisory skills in a field setting.
• Experience with electrical testing instruments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cable tests and provide education for other operators.
• Plan, instruct, and document tests.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards.

Skills

Organizing testing plans

Supervisory skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

Electrical testing instruments

Power cable testing instruments

Forklift operation

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Description

Position at SUMITOMO ELECTRIC U.K. POWER CABLES LTD.

QA Operator (Cable Testing Operator)

[Desired start date] June 2025

[Particularities of this position]

• This position requires long-term skill training after joining, with a maximum of 6 months at our factory in Japan.
• The salary will initially be an annual salary, shifting to a shift-based structure once the new facility is operational.

Role Purpose

Carrying out cable tests and providing education for other operators.

Planning, instructing, and documenting tests.

Key Accountabilities

• Setting up test equipment and systems.
• Carrying out tests and ensuring equipment accuracy.
• Planning, instructing, and documenting tests (electrical & physical characteristics, outer inspection).
• Creating and checking test records and evaluations.
• Preparing and documenting inspection reports.
• Attending external calibration activities and monitoring calibration status.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards and safety rules.
• Creating safety measures for specific areas.

Preferred Knowledge / Skills / Experience

Required:

• Ability to organize testing plans and procedures.
• Supervisory skills in a field setting.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.

Preferred:

• Experience with electrical and power cable testing instruments.
• Experience in manufacturing EH & EHV power cables.
• Knowledge of international standards for power cables.
• UK Forklift license and crane operation experience.

About Our Project in Port of Nigg, Highland

Sumitomo Electric is a leading global manufacturer of high-end electricity transmission cables, including 525kV HVDC cables. The new factory in Nigg, with a £350M investment, aims to support UK’s Net Zero targets by providing critical infrastructure for renewable energy, creating over 150 jobs, and boosting the local supply chain.

About Sumitomo Electric Group

Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. employs over 290,000 people worldwide, with diversified activities across automotive, electronics, energy, and more, supporting daily life and industries for over 120 years.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Internship

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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