Job Description
Job Title: PCB Test & Repair Supervisor
Location: Cramlington
Department: Production
Reports to: Production Manager
We are seeking an experienced Production Test & Repair Supervisor to lead our clients electronics test and repair function. In this role, you will oversee testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic products, ensuring high quality and operational efficiency. Alongside acting as a technical expert, you will be responsible for managing and developing a team of engineers and technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Supervision
* Lead, mentor, and manage a team of test and repair engineers/technicians.
* Plan, prioritise, and allocate workloads to meet production and repair schedules.
* Provide training, technical guidance, and performance reviews to support team development.
Technical Oversight
* Oversee testing, fault-finding, and repair of electronic products down to board or component level.
* Ensure diagnostic procedures and quality standards are consistently applied.
* Review and improve test procedures, fault diagnosis strategies, and repair methodologies.
* Support root cause analysis and work with design/quality teams on corrective actions.
Process Improvement
* Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce turnaround times.
* Maintain accurate test documentation, SOPs, and repair logs.
* Champion continuous improvement initiatives, applying lean or Six Sigma methods where appropriate.
Compliance & Quality
* Ensure compliance with ESD, IPC standards, and internal quality systems.
* Maintain calibration and accuracy of test equipment.
* Support audits and contribute to quality and regulatory documentation.
Collaboration
* Work closely with engineering, production, and customer support teams to resolve product issues.
* Provide feedback to design teams to enhance product reliability and serviceability.
Qualifications & Experience
Education
* Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
* Additional technical certifications (IPC, Six Sigma, etc.) advantageous.
Experience
* 5+ years in electronics testing and repair, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
* Strong background in board-level diagnostics and repair of complex systems.
* Proficient in troubleshooting both analogue and digital circuits.
Skills
* Proven team leadership and people management skills.
* Skilled in the use of test/measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, multimeters, etc.).
* Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational abilities.
* Solid understanding of ESD practices, IPC standards, and quality systems (ISO 9001).
Desirable Attributes
* Experience in high-reliability electronics (e.g., medical, aerospace, defence).
* Knowledge of automated test systems or scripting tools (LabVIEW, Python).
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
* Proactive, solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mindset.
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