Quality and Test Technician

Location: Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Working Pattern: Full-time
Sector: Manufacturing / Engineering / Quality
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Are you detail-oriented with experience in manufacturing, engineering, testing or quality inspection? We’re looking for a Quality and Test Technician to join a busy engineering team in Ashbourne.

This is an important role within the quality function, ensuring machinery meets the required standards and customer specifications before being dispatched. You’ll carry out mechanical, electrical and software testing, inspect in-build electrical wiring and maintain accurate records, working closely with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to resolve any issues and ensure products are ready for shipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) on machinery, checking mechanical, electrical and software functionality against approved procedures and specifications.

• Operate and test equipment to ensure it performs correctly and meets customer requirements.

• Complete accurate test reports and maintain inspection records, including updating the ERP system where required.

• Capture photographic and video evidence of testing where necessary.

• Identify and report quality issues, supporting investigations into root causes and corrective actions.

• Carry out re-testing following remedial work to confirm machinery meets the required standards before release.

• Inspect in-build electrical wiring to ensure compliance with technical drawings, specifications and quality standards.

• Prepare for testing by ensuring the correct tools, equipment, software and materials are available and ready for use.

• Work closely with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to confirm machine readiness and resolve technical issues.

• Support the development and improvement of testing procedures, documentation and quality processes.

• Raise and communicate Quality Alerts where required, helping maintain consistent standards across production.

• Ensure all testing and inspection activities are carried out safely and in line with internal procedures.

About You

• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, quality, inspection or testing environment.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and technical specifications.

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and problem-solving.

• Confident identifying faults, recording findings and supporting corrective actions.

• Good communication skills, with the ability to maintain clear and accurate documentation.

• Competent using Microsoft Office and comfortable working with ERP systems.

• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across different departments.

• A proactive approach to maintaining quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience carrying out Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).

• Electrical inspection or testing experience.

• Knowledge of quality management systems and continuous improvement processes.

• Understanding of mechanical and electrical assembly within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience using Epicor or similar ERP systems.

What’s on Offer?

• The opportunity to join an established, growing engineering and manufacturing business.

• A varied role combining hands-on testing, inspection and quality assurance.

• The chance to work closely with Engineering, Production and Quality teams.

• An opportunity to contribute to product quality and continuous improvement.

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