Test Technician

Proactive Global; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing and engineering company in Essex is seeking a Test Technician. The role involves executing test protocols, maintaining equipment, and reporting on testing outcomes, providing a significant opportunity for professional growth in the automation and pharmaceutical sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience with automated machinery preferred.
• Previous experience in testing in engineering/manufacturing environments.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Execute company generated test protocols.
• Complete relevant test documentation.
• Report incidents or failures during testing.

Skills

Knowledge of automation equipment

Good knowledge of MS Office

Testing within engineering

Education

Formal engineering qualification

Job description

Position: Test Technician
Salary: 30,000 - depending on experience (Negotiable for the right candidate)
Location: Essex
Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00am - 16:00 - Early finish Friday

Proactive are currently recruiting for an experienced Test Technician to begin work for a leading manufacturing and engineering company based in Essex. This is a permanent position and an exciting role working for a market leader within the automated machinery and pharmaceutical industry offering ample opportunity for progression and development.

The role will involve undertaking various test protocols as part of the commissioning of production lines and ensuring the equipment functions correctly. You will be required to report the results to the project team for review and action to support the Managers and Engineering Technicians.

Initially this role will focus on performing tests on equipment using company prepared test protocols to support the verification process of the machines. This will provide consistency in the testing approach whilst learning how each machine operates.

Responsibilities within the role:

• Execute company generated test protocols.
• Completion of all relevant test documentation.
• Reporting any and all incidents or failures identified during test period.
• Reporting details from executed tests and outcomes.
• Reporting feedback and helping to identify improvements to the test processes to improve efficiency.
• Liaising with the customers validation teams during Factory Acceptance and on-site testing.
• Take responsibility for the maintenance and calibration of company test equipment.

Skills required:

• A formal engineering qualification is preferred.
• Good knowledge of MS Office including MS Word/Excel.
• Good knowledge and understanding of automation equipment and machinery.
• Previous experience of testing within an engineering / manufacturing company.

How to Apply:For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Why work with Proactive?
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Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.