QA Technician - J0051186
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify only on a lower rate
Anyone can use the standard rate, and the pay is below it. If you are a new entrant or a PhD holder, you can use a lower rate, and the pay clears the new entrant rate. On the jobs board, Standard hides roles like this and the new entrant rate shows them as Possible at most.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3115 Quality assurance technicians Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £33,400 Clears | £37,500 Clears | £41,700 Misses |
3113 Engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £34,000 Clears | £38,300 Misses | £42,500 Misses |
8143 Routine inspectors and testers Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The mobility industry is undergoing unprecedented change.
Astemo is committed to strengthening its business and delivering technological innovation through a strategic business portfolio, which includes Powertrain & Safety Systems, Chassis, Motorcycle, Software and Aftermarket businesses with a collaborative culture and a strong commitment to values-driven leadership.
We are seeking a Quality Technician to strengthen our Bolton production plant.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in cross-functional environments and wants to contribute to meaningful, globally relevant projects.
Your Core Responsibilities Include
- Analyse Returns: Perform analysis of products returned from customers/field, identify defect and cause.
- Function Test and Measurement: Perform function test and measurement on new/re-designed and existing products as required.
- Product Reliability: Test product reliability, according to customer needs and timescales.
- Reporting: Produce clear and accurate reports for testing/investigation/measurement and analysis results and conclusions with the use of analytical methods if required.
- Equipment Inspection/Repair: Inspect equipment regularly and perform basic repairs and maintenance.
- Documentation: Maintain basic procedures and SOP’s for test equipment. Support Customer and Supplier PPAP submissions.
- Supporting Production: Support production department on ad hoc duties as and when required. For example, if there is a requirement for containment activities
- In depth knowledge of GD&T along with CMM programming skill, operation of test stands and functional knowledge of automotive parts.
- Report writing skills, communication skills, fault finding skills i.e. the ability to identify the basic causes of faults.
Your future workplace: Astemo Bolton
- Production of Air Flow meters, Engine Control Units and Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems and xEV inverters
- +100 employees
- Benefits: Employer Pension, Private Medical Insurance, Sports and Social Fund, Flexitime, Early finish Friday, Yearly Bonus Scheme, Flexible Holidays, Life Insurance: x4 salary, 25 days holidays with additional length of service days, Electric Vehicle Scheme.
Onward with Astemo”, and our VALUES—Innovation, DE&I, Agility, Leadership Integrity and Collaboration—we work every day to create technologies that matter.
If you’re ready to put your skills to work in an environment built on global impact and forward thinking, apply today. Jobs | Astemo, Ltd. | Careers
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Where this offer sits in the market
Quality assurance technicians (SOC 3115) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~43k in sample- Middle half £28,444–41,340
- Median £32,968
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Astemo Ltd. holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3115 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.