Test Supervisor

This is a full-time daytime-only position based at Fibercore House, Southampton, SO16 7QQ.

As Test Supervisor, you will take day-to-day operational responsibility for the Test team, working closely with the Production Manager to ensure resources are effectively deployed to meet priorities and maintain throughput.

You will be expected to:

• Use the Test Dashboard to coordinate activities and deploy resources according to operational needs.
• Take ownership of test workload and throughput, using a proactive, problem-solving approach to identify and drive solutions to issues that could affect the flow of work.
• Act as the first point of contact when test priorities, requirements or actions are unclear, seeking Engineering support where required.
• Supervise and support the Test team, balancing workloads and contributing directly to testing when required.
• Ensure effective handover and communication between day and night shifts, including priorities, outstanding work and issues.
• Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing, demonstrating the initiative, judgement and operational accountability expected of the Test Supervisor.
• Take responsibility for health and safety, and quality within the test area.

You will also spend a significant proportion of your working day carrying out the duties of a Test Technician alongside your supervisory responsibilities.

You will be expected to:

• Operate proof test machines, including length checking and fibre scrapping operations.
• Perform a range of geometric and optical measurements on optical fibre products, following standard work instructions and using precision test equipment and bespoke software.
• Accurately record test results in the required spreadsheets and in-house databases.

Monitor measurement results and trends, identifying and escalating irregularities to 

• Engineering where required.
• Perform basic maintenance and routine checks on test equipment, helping to maintain reliable and accurate operation.
• Maintain and develop your technical skills to support measurement accuracy, consistency and test capability.

Role Requirements:

• Experienced at operating all measurement equipment.
• A high degree of dexterity.
• A strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Agile and adaptable, able to switch focus quickly.
• A fast learner, with an interest in the study of measurement.
• Confident and competent with the use of standard IT equipment and software.
• Have positive teamworking skills and a strong work ethic to ensure smooth department communication and cohesion.
• Ability to identify positive changes and a proactive approach to instigating them

Education and/or experience:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade 4 (C) or above, including Maths and a Science subject.
• Practical experience using test and measurement equipment within a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Ability to follow and interpret technical procedures, work instructions and test requirements accurately.
• Able to demonstrate a proactive and solution-focused approach, with the confidence to make day-to-day decisions and seek support when required.
• Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate priorities and work effectively with others.