Footwear Lab Technician - Detail-Oriented & Trained

Interaction Recruitment; Kettering; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25-30 days annual leave

Life assurance

Group personal pension plan

Income protection

Free on-site parking

Flexible working hours

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is recruiting a Footwear Technician to join its Footwear Testing department in Kettering. You will carry out physical testing on footwear, materials and components, following test methods and health and safety procedures, with full training provided.

The role offers a permanent contract, 37.5 hours per week, and an opportunity to develop expertise in a technical laboratory environment within the footwear sector.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science or equivalent.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard laboratory equipment to carry out routine physical testing of footwear, materials and components.
• Follow established test methods and Health & Safety procedures.
• Accurately record and produce detailed test results.
• Work to agreed deadlines and testing schedules.
• Take responsibility for laboratory and sample store maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient working environment.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the laboratory.
• Maintain accurate personal training records in line with UKAS requirements.
• Work closely with other members of the laboratory team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Independent worker

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English and Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Interaction Recruitment is recruiting a Footwear Technician to join its Footwear Testing department in Kettering. You will carry out physical testing on footwear, materials and components, following test methods and health and safety procedures, with full training provided.

The role offers a permanent contract, 37.5 hours per week, and an opportunity to develop expertise in a technical laboratory environment within the footwear sector.