Test Operative

Kingston Bagpuize; Kingston Bagpuize; Sur place; GBP 16 000 - 22 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Kingston Bagpuize is seeking a Test Operative to join our client's team in Abingdon, Oxford on a temp-to-perm basis. You will perform testing and inspection of products, assemblies, and components to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards.

The role requires working to engineering drawings and procedures, recording test results, maintaining quality records, and collaborating with colleagues to support production while adhering to health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings, technical documentation and test procedures.
• Experience with testing equipment and measurement tools is advantageous.
• Understanding of quality standards and inspection processes in manufacturing.
• Ability to identify faults and carry out basic corrective actions.
• Attention to detail with a methodical approach to work.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload under pressure.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset and documentation skills.

Responsabilités

• Perform testing and inspection of products, assemblies and components per drawings, specs and procedures.
• Use testing equipment, tools and documentation to verify performance and compliance.
• Maintain structured, accurate test records and quality paperwork.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other departments to support production activities.
• Identify faults, investigate issues and apply basic corrective actions.
• Escalate complex faults or non-conformances and support CAPA activities.
• Follow health & safety policies and ensure a safe working environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and product quality.

Connaissances

Engineering drawings

Testing equipment

Quality standards

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Documentation

Outils

Measuring instruments

Diagnostic tools

Description du poste

Test Operative - Immediate start. We are working alongside one of our clients based in Abingdon, Oxford who are looking for a Test Operative to join their team on a temp to perm basis. The Test Operative is responsible for carrying out testing and inspection activities on products, components, and sub-assemblies to ensure they meet required specifications, quality standards, and performance criteria before release. Key Responsibilities Perform testing and inspection of products, assemblies, and individual components in line with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and established testing procedures. Use a variety of testing equipment, tools, and documentation to verify product performance and compliance with required standards. Work in a structured, organised, and efficient manner to achieve production and testing targets within set deadlines. Accurately complete all test records, quality documentation and production paperwork as required. Collaborate effectively with

colleagues and other departments to support the smooth operation of production activities. Maintain high standards of quality throughout all testing and inspection processes. Follow all company procedures, work instructions, and quality management requirements. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and contribute to a safe and organised working environment. Investigate and rectify faults identified during testing activities where appropriate, ensuring corrective actions are completed to the required standard. Escalate complex faults, quality concerns, or non-conformances through the appropriate channels. Support continuous improvement activities by identifying opportunities to enhance testing processes, product quality, and operational efficiency. Take responsibility for ensuring tested products are approved and ready to progress to the next stage of production. Skills & Experience Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, testing, or quality inspection
environment is desirable. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, and test procedures. Experience using testing equipment, measuring instruments or diagnostic tools would be advantageous. Understanding of quality standards and inspection processes within a manufacturing setting. Ability to identify faults, investigate issues and carry out basic corrective actions. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. Good organisational skills with the ability to manage workload effectively. Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet production deadlines. Competent record-keeping and documentation skills. Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. Working hours: Monday-Friday, 39 hours. Pay Rate: £13.75p/h Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. WKCL1_UKTJ