Testing Manager

The Test Manager leads the testing department responsible for validating custom electrical equipment before it ships to customers. This role ensures that every product meets rigorous quality and safety standards while maintaining efficient throughput in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Testing Manager directly manages a team of testing technicians, develops and refines testing procedures, and serves as the technical authority on testing across three product centers. This role is accountable for ensuring all products meet customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry compliance standards. 

 

Accountabilities 

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of testing technicians. 

• Set performance expectations, conduct reviews, and support professional growth. 

• Build a culture of safety, quality, and accountability within the department. 

• Coordinate staffing and scheduling to meet production demands. 

• Oversee all testing activities for custom electrical assemblies, including switchgear, control panels, and related equipment. 

• Develop, document, and standardize testing procedures across all facilities. 

• Ensure all products pass the required functionality, safety, and compliance testing before shipment. 

• Troubleshoot testing failures in collaboration with engineering and production teams to resolve issues. 

• Maintain testing equipment and ensure proper calibration. 

• Ensure testing processes comply with UL 891, UL 1558, DLAH, and other applicable standards. 

• Prepare for and support third-party inspections and audits. 

• Maintain accurate testing documentation and records. 

• Drive continuous improvement in testing efficiency and defect detection. 

• Facilitate communication between the three product centers to ensure consistency in testing standards and practices. 

• Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to address technical issues and improve processes. 

• Communicate directly with clients on testing requirements, results, and timelines when needed. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.