Test Technician - Bristol, United Kingdom - Rencol

Rencol

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Bristol, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Test Technician, Bristol

If you enjoy solving engineering challenges, we have an
exciting opportunity for a Test Technician.This role may also involve some machining work on lathes or milling machines.

_What does the role involve?_

Supporting the R&D and Technical Project teams with practical assembly and testing of prototype and sample components
Undertaking test programmes, assisting in critical analysis of the results and development of product improvement strategies
Producing clear, concise and consistent test reports
Maintaining accurate records, results and reports using the project & testing database systems
Being proficient in the use of all required laboratory test equipment and be responsible for keeping the equipment in good order
Becoming an expert in the assembly, function and test of Rencol Tolerance Rings and other Bearings products when appropriate
Ensuring that users of lab equipment are suitably trained and operating safely
Designing and manufacturing jigs and fixtures to enable testing
Acting as point of contact with other teams for day to day testing enquiries
Continuously improving and developing new testing methods
Potentially machining components used in testing use of lathe, milling machines and general toolroom equipment

_What type of person are we looking for? _

First and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working.

We are also interested in you as an individual, what you can bring to the table.

So, if you would say yes to the majority of the points below,you'd probably be a great fit and we would be really interested to hear how we can bring your individuality to our great team:

You have experience in mechanical testing, calibration of equipment, programming ability or are interested in learning this.
You have a good understanding of manufacturing processes, would enjoy a handson role and problem solving.
Working on product development excites you.
You may have some experience of using CAD and writing reports or are willing to learn.
You understand and enjoy collaboration with other teams to reach a solution for our customers.
Ideally, you have workshop machining experience including lathes and milling machines.

_What we can offer employees? _
You will have access to a great range of benefits including but not limited to:

Annual bonus scheme
Preferential employee shareownership schemes
33 days holiday (including bank holidays) with flexible options to buy or sell days
Retirement saving plan with company contributions up to 6%
Tailored training programs
Access to a benefits platform with various special offers and discounts for Saint-Gobain employees

_We are an inclusive employer and keen to hire talented people regardless of their background, abilities, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, what football team you support, taste in music, fashion sense or anythingelse that makes you, you_
**_We believe that working in a diverse business can be more enjoyable, teams can be more innovative, and make better decisions. We already employ many fantastic people from diverse backgrounds, but we still want to do more._