At a Glance
- Tasks: Test and ensure safety standards for a variety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Company: Join a well-established technical organisation with a global reach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, generous leave, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for international exposure and career growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your technical career while making a real difference in safety.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29000 £ per year.
Interaction Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Technologist to join their Safety Product Testing team based in Kettering. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established technical organisation working with a diverse range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), supporting manufacturers from around the world by ensuring products meet recognised UK and international safety standards.
The Role
As a Technologist, you'll play a key role in testing a wide variety of PPE products, helping to ensure they meet stringent performance and safety requirements. Full training will be provided where required, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a technical career. Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out routine physical testing in line with UK, European and International standards
- Operating specialist laboratory equipment to generate accurate test results
- Recording and maintaining test data in both electronic and hard copy formats
- Producing clear, accurate technical reports
- Liaising with customers by email, telephone and in person
- Responding to technical enquiries and advising customers on appropriate testing requirements
- Updating enquiries and job progress using Dynamics software
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory
- Representing the business at customer visits, webinars, exhibitions and technical events where required
About You
We're looking for someone who is organised, analytical and enjoys working in a technical environment.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team
- Logical, methodical approach to work
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience dealing with customers
- Adaptable with a proactive attitude
- Good IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Desirable
- Laboratory or testing experience
- Knowledge of recognised testing standards
- Experience within PPE manufacturing, including products such as high-visibility clothing, flame-resistant garments, chemical protective clothing or motorcycle apparel
- Experience using database systems (Dynamics would be advantageous)
- Understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Physics qualification or background
- Foreign language skills
- willingness or experience travelling for business
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £29,000 per annum
- 25–30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
- Life assurance
- Group personal pension
- Income protection
- Flexible working hours
- Free on-site parking
- Full training and ongoing career development
If you're looking to build your career within a respected technical testing environment and enjoy working with innovative products and international customers, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Interaction Recruitment.
Technologist (Safety Product Testing) employer: Interaction - Kettering
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