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    Test Manager in Blackwood - Brush Group

    Brush Group
    Brush Group Blackwood, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager the main purpose of the Test Manager's role is to work with the Test & Manufacturing Departments to support the business with the below functions.

    Main Responsibilities
    • Direct Reports: Test Supervisor / Senior Test Technician
    • Leader of Test Department - 10 x Test Technicians
    • Manage test resource in line with S&OP & FAT requirements.
    • Support & assist with customer FAT requirements.
    • Evaluate training & development requirements to enhance product flexibility.
    • Develop test criteria and parameters for new products / line extensions.
    • Develop and design new standards for existing products in line with ENA and customer specifications.
    • Technical evaluation of change requests linked to product specification.
    • Develop and implement Continuous Improvement projects.
    • Work with the leadership team to develop best practices, efficiency improvements whilst supporting the growth, development and succession plan of the Test Department.
    • Ensures product compliance with latest test regulations / legislation.
    • Provide first line support to technical issues highlighted with existing products ensuring NCR & CAPA actions are successfully closed out.
    • Conduct investigations of customer failures
    • Provide technical support and assistance to customers, Site Services, and internal departments.
    • Plan for future development in line with strategic business objectives
    • Plan best allocation and utilisation of space and resources for new products.
    • Raise Purchase Orders, assist with invoice queries.
    • T&A Responsibilities
    • Assist with various maintenance projects if required.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications or Functional Experience

    • HNC / HND / Degree in an Engineering Discipline.
    • Relevant experience in a similar industrial environment role.
    • Recognised Apprenticeship would be of advantage.
    • Experience of switchgear design and/or utilisation is essential.
    • Demonstrate strong project management skills.

    Knowledge/Skills

    • Good IT skills in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
    • A detailed understanding of fundamental Mechanical and Electrical principles.
    • A detailed understanding of functional and testing requirements of switchgear standards.
    • A good understanding of fundamental Mechanical and Electrical principles.
    • Knowledge of electrical protection systems would be an advantage.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    Personal Attributes

    • The attitude and will to want to make a difference and to support other team members.
    • The ability to work under own initiative creating project plans, milestones and deliver on time in full.
    • Self-motivated with positive attitude to meet deadlines and work schedules.
    • Have a disciplined and enthusiastic approach, which captures the commitment of others.
    • Influencing and negotiating skills.
    • Detail oriented with the skill set to resolve problems.
    • The ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of drafting and design practices and theories.
    • The ability to work by yourself or as a part of a team.
    • The ability to prioritise and plan effectively.
    • Problem solver with a methodical approach and an eye for detail.
    • A comprehensive understanding of electrical health and safety regulations Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members in other departments.
    About Us

    BRUSH Switchgear provide agile and adaptive engineering solutions and products, including consultancy services, design, and project management as well as award-winning product technology, to a wide range of projects.

    A chosen partner for national and regional power generation and distribution network operators, through innovation and a commitment to delivering solutions that address grid-resilience and drive system change, we support the global drive to net-zero, helping create a future-proof Infrastructure.


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