Footwear Technician (Lab Based)
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Salary: Up to £25,400 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Job Type: Permanent
Interaction Recruitment is working with a leading technical testing and research organisation to recruit a Footwear Technician to join its established Footwear Testing department in Kettering.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and detail-focused individual to join a specialist footwear testing laboratory , working with footwear, materials and components.
The successful candidate will carry out physical testing in accordance with established test methods and Health & Safety requirements, helping to produce accurate and reliable results for customers.
Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a technical testing environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Footwear Technician will be responsible for:
- Operating standard laboratory equipment to carry out routine physical testing of footwear, materials and components
- Following established test methods and Health & Safety procedures
- Accurately recording and producing detailed test results
- Working to agreed deadlines and testing schedules
- Taking responsibility for aspects of laboratory and sample store maintenance
- Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient working environment
- Supporting continuous improvement activities within the laboratory
- Maintaining accurate personal training records in line with UKAS requirements
- Working closely with other members of the laboratory team
About the Successful Candidate
The ideal candidate will be organised, methodical and highly detail-focused , with the ability to work accurately to deadlines.
Applicants should have:
- GCSEs in Maths, English and Science or equivalent/NVQ Level 3
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organisational and time management skills
- The ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a laboratory team
- A flexible and adaptable approach
- A tenacious, positive and practical 'can-do' attitude
Desirable Experience
Previous experience in a physical testing laboratory would be advantageous, as would:
- Knowledge of footwear construction
- Knowledge of footwear materials and components
- Previous experience working within a technical or laboratory environment
- Understanding of quality or testing procedures
Full training will be provided , so applicants do not need to have previous footwear testing experience if they can demonstrate the right attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Benefits
The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 25-30 days' annual leave , depending on length of service
- Life assurance
- Group personal pension plan
- Income protection
- Free on-site parking
- Flexible working hours
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Footwear Technician (Lab Based) in Kettering employer: Interaction Recruitment Group
Interaction Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values reliability and a positive attitude. Located in Bridgwater, employees benefit from competitive pay, opportunities for career progression, and the potential for a temp-to-perm transition, making it a rewarding place to grow your skills in the warehouse sector.
Contact Details:
Interaction Recruitment Group Recruitment Team
