Electronics Laboratory Test Manager

W Talent
Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 1JB, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Posted
21 Apr 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Electronics Test Lab Manager - Cinch Connectivity Solutions: Worksop, North Nottinghamshire

W Talent are delighted to be working exclusively with Cinch Connectivity Solutions located in Worksop, who are looking to recruit an Electronics, Test Lab Manager to join the team. This newly created position is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you will take full ownership of the Electronics Quality Test Lab, driving operational performance, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement across the function.

Cinch is a leading provider of high-quality interconnect products and custom solutions engineered to meet the harsh environment demands of markets including Aerospace, Defense, and Industrial. Throughout the entire design cycle, Cinch stand by their customers, offering responsive and technical support for there broad portfolio of products including cable assemblies, RF connectors, high speed industrial interconnects, optical technology, and enclosures.

Electronics, Test Lab Manager

The Electronics, Test Lab Manager will be responsible for the leadership, performance, and strategic development of the company's test laboratory. You will oversee all day-to-day laboratory activities while ensuring the lab operates with high levels of accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with aerospace quality standards.

Leading the in-house testing team, you will focus on strengthening capability within the lab, improving equipment reliability, managing complex testing workloads, and driving the modernisation of test capabilities to support current and future business needs. You will work closely with quality, engineering, and production teams to maintain strong quality systems, solve complex technical challenges, and deliver continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and performance management for the test lab team.

Identify capability gaps and implement training and development plans to strengthen team performance.

Establish clear objectives, standards, and accountability within the lab environment.

Foster a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Oversee day-to-day test lab activities including supplier qualification, inspection, and material analysis.

Manage high volumes of complex and critical testing work ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

Prioritise workloads and allocate resources effectively to minimise bottlenecks, errors, and delays.

Ensure laboratory operations fully support wider production and engineering requirements.

Implement and manage preventive maintenance schedules for all laboratory equipment.

Lead troubleshooting and corrective actions to minimise equipment downtime.

Develop contingency plans to ensure continuity of testing operations during equipment failures.

Conduct a comprehensive plant-wide review of all test laboratory equipment.

Drive the modernisation of testing capabilities to align with industry standards and future business requirements.

Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for test lab improvement and development.

Identify opportunities to improve testing efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.Key Requirements

Proven experience in a Quality Manager, Laboratory Manager, Test Lab Manager, or Senior Quality Engineer role.

Experience within aerospace, precision engineering, medical devices, or other regulated manufacturing environments.

Strong understanding of laboratory operations, testing processes, and quality assurance principles.

Solid engineering understanding with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Experience using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, Ishikawa, or root cause analysis methods.

Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing technical teams.

Experience improving equipment reliability, maintenance systems, or laboratory performance.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Salary & Benefits

Salary: Highly Competitive Salary

Bonus: Company Bonus Scheme

Hours: Monday - Friday, days based with flexibility

Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays

Pension: Company pension scheme

Development: Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Apply today or contact Glyn Dobb at W Talent for more information on this opportunity to join a growing aerospace business and play a key role in driving quality, testing capability, and engineering improvements

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