Hawk 3 Talent Solutions
Test Technician
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York, North Yorkshire YO30
£27,112 per annum
Up to 2% annual bonus potential
Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week 7:00am - 3:00pm
New Opportunity - Test Technician
Due to continued growth, Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are looking to recruit a Test Technician to join our highly skilled Production team based in York, North Yorkshire. These positions have been created as a result of business expansion and offer an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and technically focused environment.
As a Test Technician, you will work independently and as part of a team, carrying out a range of testing and alignment activities on precision-engineered products to ensure they meet customer and quality specifications.
What You'll Be Doing
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Testing and aligning precision components and products using specifications, engineering drawings and work instructions.
- Conducting a range of test activities, including fit-for-purpose testing, alignment, vibration testing and response-to-heat testing.
- Making precise adjustments and modifications using microscopes, scalpels and other small hand tools.
- Recording and analysing data from specialist test equipment and analysers.
- Fault finding, investigating issues and supporting resolution activities while maintaining quality standards.
- Completing production documentation and maintaining accurate records.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and team objectives.
- Completing training and continuously developing your technical skills.
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What We're Looking For
We are interested in candidates who enjoy practical, detailed and problem-solving work and who take pride in achieving high standards.
Essential Skills & Experience
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Experience working within procedures and following detailed instructions.
- Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- A patient, methodical approach to work.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience within a manufacturing, production or engineering environment.
- Experience using microscopes, analysers and precision hand tools.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and data.
- Experience building circuit boards, assembling PCs, model making or similar practical hobbies/interests.
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science or IT.
What's on Offer
- Salary: £27,112 per annum
- Up to 2% annual bonus potential
- Monday to Friday
- 37.5 hours per week
- 7:00am - 3:00pm
- On-the-job training and development
- Employee discount programme
- Free parking
- Bike shelter facilities
- Regular employee events
- Supportive and friendly working environment
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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll be supported to learn, develop new skills and build a long-term career. If you enjoy problem solving, precision work and being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.
If you would like to apply for the role of Test Technician, then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Deb on (phone number removed)
Closing date is 7.9.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.
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Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
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