Test, Repair & Inspection Technician
Location: Sandwich Kent
Type: Permanent
Salary: DOE
Hours:
Week 1: Monday to Thursday, 08:00 - 16:45
Week 2: Monday to Thursday, 08:00 - 16:45 / Friday, 08:00 - 16:30
Are you passionate about electronics, problem-solving, and being at the forefront of quality assurance? We're looking for a skilled Test, Repair & Inspection Technician to ensure products exceed expectations and deliver excellence to our customers. If you're detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment, this role is your chance to shine!
Your Mission
In this critical role, you'll test, inspect, and repair cutting-edge products to meet exacting quality standards and customer requirements. From conducting Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) tests to fault diagnosis and repairs, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring every product that leaves our facility is reliable and ready to perform.
You'll also have the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to continual improvement initiatives, and keep our customers smiling with your meticulous attention to detail and dedication to quality.
What You'll Do
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Testing & Inspection: Perform thorough inspections and tests of new and customer-returned products, ensuring they meet stringent specifications.
- Reporting Issues: Use internal systems to log non-conformance and communicate effectively with the engineering team to resolve any deviations.
- Hands-On Diagnostics: Identify and repair defects within Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) using specialised tools and test equipment.
- Documentation Mastery: Keep records updated, including test reports, non-conformance logs, and customer return databases, while ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the engineering team to update test documentation and product instructions.
- Quality Champion: Promote continual improvement and work as part of a team to drive innovation across the business.
- Versatility: Support other areas of the business as needed, with authorisation from your Team Leader.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications
- A strong educational foundation, including English, Maths, and a science subject.
- HND or BSc in Electronics (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
Experience
- Proven experience in an engineering or quality-related production environment.
- Demonstrated ability to fault diagnose down to the component level on PCBAs.
- Familiarity with Automatic Test Equipment (ATE).
Skills & Abilities
- Skilled in reading and interpreting manufacturing drawings and understanding product lines.
- Proficient in using electronic equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) and hand tools.
- Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Strong analytical skills to articulate root causes of failures and identify improvement opportunities.
- Proficient in MS Word and Excel.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a passionate and supportive team that values innovation and quality.
- Opportunity to work on exciting, high-quality products that make a difference.
- Grow your career in an environment that values continuous improvement and professional development.
- Competitive compensation and a chance to work with industry-leading technology.
If you're ready to bring your skills to a company that values creativity, and teamwork, apply today! Let's build something extraordinary together.
