Workshop, Calibration & Testing Technician
| Company: | A T R Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,000 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | South Shields, NE33 1RF |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Are you a hands-on engineering or production technician looking for your next role? We're recruiting on behalf of one of our specialist manufacturer clients, for a Workshop, Calibration & Testing Technician to join their team in South Shields.
This is a great opportunity for someone with mechanical/electrical assembly experience who enjoys variety — working across production, calibration, testing and quality within a well-established engineering environment.
What you'll be doing:
• Assembling, repairing, calibrating, testing and packing products to approved specifications and quality standards
• Interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and technical documentation
• Carrying out mechanical and electrical assembly work, including pipe bending, compression fittings, drilling and tapping
• Testing PCB assemblies and finished products, diagnosing faults and supporting root cause investigations
• Maintaining accurate ERP (Odoo) records, calibration logs and traceability documentation
• Supporting continuous improvement, ISO9001 compliance and internal audits
What we're looking for:
• GCSE/NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a mechanical, engineering or production environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and wiring diagrams
• Experience with pipe bending, compression fittings, drilling and tapping metal components
• PC literate, ideally with ERP/MRP system experience
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-first mindset
Desirable (not essential):
• Soldering experience (through-hole/basic SMD)
• PCB testing and fault-finding experience
• Experience in an ISO9001-regulated manufacturing environment
• Machine shop experience (lathes, pillar drills, bench grinders)
• Odoo ERP experience