Job Description

Testing Technician

The role is for a Testing Technician within our Shoreham-by Sea based Testing Facility. You will be part of the team responsible for the day-to-day operation of various Testing Rigs for testing automotive components, ensuring customer expectations are managed in terms of quality, technical and timing.

Once initial training has been undertaken, you will be expected to operate with minimal supervision. You will be responsible for the day-to-day testing of various automotive parts and will be expected to work in a clean and tidy environment. You will be expected to understand the day-to-day validity of test results, quality control and maintaining the relevant lines of traceability. The candidate will report to the Testing Manager and Team Leader. Due to the nature of the work, the position may require extended hours working due to high demand. This may include weekends/unsociable hours.

MAIN TASKS

Day to day operation of various Testing Rigs

Installation and rigging of heat exchangers into the relevant test rigs

Modification of test rigs and piping systems to suit individual test requirements

Assisting in the heat exchanger cleaning room.

Processing of test results in MS Excel.

Checking and pre-approval of test certificates prior to signatory sign-off

Liaison with other test and calibration personnel for priority tasks

Cleanliness of the laboratory, associated areas, fittings, and tools

Working unsupervised and in a timely and professional manner

Ensuring reference equipment is fit for purpose, calibrated and fully functional

Ensuring customer turnaround times are met

OTHER DUTIES

Additional to the main duties as set out above, you may also be required to undertake any of the following:

New reference equipment assessments and trials.

Development of the test rig software.

Improvement to processes and systems.

Supporting other members of the team.

Contributing to both quality and technical procedures.

Goods In / Out support

Applicant Minimum Requirements

Ideally the candidate will be educated to at least a high standard in Mathematics and a science subject and have at least 1 years' experience in a engineering or laboratory environment.

Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Ability to use and safely operate a variety of hand tools (spanners, screwdrivers, files, saws, grips, etc), power tools (drills, grinder, saws), electrical and shop air tools and calibration equipment.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Meticulous attention to detail.

SALARY

26,000 - 30,000 depending upon experience. The company operates a flexi-time system and a discretionary profit related bonus scheme.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Employee stock purchase plan Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Store discount Transport links
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/01/2025
Reference ID: TESTYCL_7
Expected start date: 04/08/2025