Test Operator

Test Piece Technician / Test Operator

Competitive + OT

Temp to perm

Welwyn Garden City

Days Only Mon-Fri whilst training, then 6am-2pm Monday - Friday

gap technical are proud to be representing this manufacturing business in their search for a Test Piece Technician to work at their facility based near Welwyn Garden City

Performance Objectives

• Responsible for ensuring strict quality and control of Parts presented to Lab for Testing
• Work planning responsibilities in conjunction with Line Manager and site Monthly plan.
• The role utilises The Pillar Drill, Fly Press and Cressex Press and small hand tools. Maintaining correct legible records is a must.
• Experience in using measuring equipment, department technology and software.
• Some basic self-inspection required
• Ability to use tools safely and accurately and work in a safe manner with respect to others around you.
• Responsible for ensuring work carried out in accordance with company procedures and maintenance of good working practices, including housekeeping and maintenance.
• Comply with all company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Read and understand the requirements on the Job Card for the operation to be carried out.
• Ensure that all the documentation required to carry out the operation in accordance with the Job Card is available at the point of use and at the correct revision.
• Read and understand all manufacturing instructions prior to commencing an operation, this includes Machine and Tooling Set Up Packs as required, Engineering Drawings, Data Cards, Inspection Plans etc.
• Use of all measuring equipment as defined within Inspection Plans to check conformance to requirements.
• Carry out in process inspection in accordance with relevant inspection plans to ensure that components are conforming prior to passing on to subsequent operations.
• Ensure that components identified as non-conforming during in process inspection are identified and communicated in accordance with the Non-Conformance Procedure.
• Complete all work booking requirements within the MRP system to ensure accurate WIP records.
• Follow work handling and storage instructions to prevent damage to components.
• Support Root Cause Analysis activities when non-conformance occurs to prevent reoccurrence.
• Carry out and record all TPM activities in accordance with the specified schedule for the equipment being operated.
• Ensure that work areas are tidy, cleaned and maintained in accordance with 5S requirements.
• Engage and contribute to Continuous Improvement activities to maximise efficiency.
• Comply with all company procedures and policies.

Person Specification

• Proven knowledge of Health & Safety requirements relating to polishing and spraying machines.
• Proven knowledge of Inspection procedures & standards.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with both immediate team members and other production teams.
• IT proficiency with the ability to input and retrieve data.

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Closing Date: 23/03/2026

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