Lead SQDC meetings and manage resulting actions items to completion.
Ensure team members are trained in and adhering to Company Safety Procedures
Ensure productivity is measured against targets for what is required to meet or exceed the OTD and LT for the department
Contributes to all personnel actions for the group including hiring, promotions, performance and merit reviews, discipline, and terminations
Improve FTR (First time right), ensure test samples and quality processes are being followed
Identify and make proposals for improvements and implement approved changes in the area of assignment
You will own IRR, FTIR, OTD and LT for your assigned areas and have direct impact on these metrics for our site
Assign and direct the work of dedicated team members; establish daily work plans coordinating. well with the other Department Leads and Management Team; conduct review of technical work and make independent judgments on the best course of action
Ensure required training is completed for assigned team members
Coordinate technical aspects of the area of assignment including fabrication, assembly, implementation, testing, calibration and maintenance of a wide variety of highly complex test equipment, support systems and devices
Ensure department has necessary supplies/tools to perform daily job requirements effectively and efficiently
Develop and implement appropriate cross-training plans
Reporting: Weekly report outs to GM and OPS on Operational metrics to the goals and objective sheet
Requirements
new business
technical training
microsoft office
export auth
problem solving
testing experience
New Business – 1 new business capability/scope added per year
Three years of technical/vocational training in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, etc….)
1324b(a)(3), or U.S. Government export authorization is required. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the employer obtaining the necessary export authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other applicable government agency.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions, blu-prints, data and details furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
OTD – 95%
Experience in interpreting testing procedures and requirements
Benefits
Productivity – 1 productivity project per year
Revenue – 95% Revenue Days at Target
Safety – 1 safety training per month
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
In 2010
Year Founded
Company was born as a spin-out from Stork’s materials testing unit.
200+ Labs
Global Network
Maintains a network of over 200 laboratories across 30 countries.
£1B Revenue
Annual Turnover
Generates nearly £1 billion in revenue annually.
In 2017
Significant Acquisition
Made a bold acquisition of Exova, significantly expanding its operations.
Ensures safety where failure isn’t an option.
Typical projects include certifying aerospace components, testing building materials, validating energy systems, and life sciences products.
Serves sectors such as aerospace, construction, defense, energy, life sciences, transportation, and telecommunications.
Uniquely offers both destructive and non-destructive testing, certification schemes, calibrations, and failure analysis services.
Culture + Values
Integrity: We do what is right. Our foundations are built on trust and accountability. We take pride in our work, and we keep our promises. We’re committed to deliver every time for our customers, and for each other.
Care: We care about the impact we have. Creating a safer world starts with us, caring about each other and our customers. Our culture is inclusive, and everyone is welcome. We work together to create a stronger business, making a positive difference to the world around us.
Progress: We strive to create a more positive future. We stay curious to evolve and improve every day. We grow and learn by constantly thinking about our impact and how we can do better for each other, society and the planet.
Environment + Sustainability
By 2026
Science-Based Targets
Committed to reducing absolute emissions in line with the 1.5 °C pathway.
By 2030
Net Zero Emissions
Aiming to achieve net zero in direct operations.
By 2035
Global Net Zero
Targeting net zero emissions across the entire global business.
9.1 ESG Rating
Sustainalytics Score
Top score in the Testing, Inspection & Certification sector; classified as negligible risk and top 1% globally.
Trialling electric vehicles and installing solar panels at select laboratory sites (e.g., United Arab Emirates).
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Female Representation
Leadership Diversity
Female representation in the global leadership team is targeted to reach 30%.
25% Minority Representation
Leadership Diversity
Ethnic minority representation in UK/North America leadership team is targeted to reach 25%.
Top ESG Ranking
Sustainability Performance
The company has reported a top ESG ranking, highlighting progress on diversity metrics within its Positive Impact Plan.
12hrs Volunteer Leave
Employee Benefits
Each colleague is offered 12 hours of annual volunteer leave to support community initiatives.
Launched colleague resource networks covering racial equality, disability, LGBT+ and Women in Business.
Provided targeted unconscious‑bias training for leaders.