Product Testing Officer

Express Employment Professionals Midrand; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Product Testing Officer to prepare testing stations, conduct quality control tests, and develop new products in the tool and accessory industry. The ideal candidate should have a National Technical Certificate or equivalent, knowledge of power tools, and critical thinking skills. A competitive gross salary starting from R15,000 per month is offered, alongside medical aid and provident fund benefits.

Benefits

Medical aid with company contribution

Provident fund options

Life, disability, and funeral cover

Qualifications

• 1-2 Years experience in product testing or tool repair environment preferred.
• Good knowledge of power tools, accessories, and their operation.
• Ability to conduct quality control tests and report findings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare testing stations for product testing.
• Conduct testing and development of new products and solutions.
• Research best methods to test the required product.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Education

National Technical Certificate or similar

Grade 12

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PRODUCT TESTING OFFICER

Setting up and preparing testing stations for product testing.

Testing and development of new products and solutions.

You will be working on product testing specific to the tool and tool accessories industry.

Working with tools to prototype and develop products and solutions.

Practical testing and writing basic reports on tools and other products.

Conducting detailed quality control tests.

Ensure that product testing tasks are carried out in a timeously manner according to the required testing methods.

Researching the best method to test the required product.

Ensure you have sufficient testing materials on hand before carrying out the testing.

Necessary testing reports are submitted per task.

You will utilize your specialist knowledge and practical experience of creative design and engineering to produce functional, effective and aesthetically pleasing products and solutions.

Customer-oriented, organizational skills, fast learner and easily adaptable, must be able to work under pressure.

Positive and enthusiastic attitude.

KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATION

National Technical Certificate or similar, alternatively studying towards

Grade 12

Good knowledge about power tools, accessories, hand tools as well as skilled to operate these tools

Understand & apply the basic principles of product testing & evaluation e.g. measuring / recording / practical testing / reporting, including preparations & set-up / cleaning / house keeping

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

1-2 Years work experience in a product testing / tool repair environment an advantage

Power tool and accessories knowledge and experience are highly recommended

Critical thinker with problem-solving skills

Work effectively in a team and across various departments

Good time-management skills to plan and prioritize tasks

Great interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills

Strong focus on quality and service

Staying up to date with the latest trends, developments and technology

REMUNERATION

Gross package :

Basic salary +- starting from R15 000 p / m

Medical aid : 50% Company contribution for employee, spouse, + children (optional after 3 months) Any plan of Medihelp & Discovery

Provident fund : 9.4% p / m Company contribution (optional for employee to add additional funds)

Other benefits : Life, disability & funeral cover Momentum Insurance

Healthy Company benefits : Emotional, financial, physical wellbeing & legal support - Discovery Health