Footwear Technician (Lab Based)

Interaction Recruitment Group; Kettering; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; 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

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is recruiting a Footwear Technician (Lab Based) for a permanent, full-time position in Kettering’s footwear testing laboratory. The role focuses on conducting routine physical testing of footwear, materials and components using standard lab equipment.

Full training will be provided, alongside a collaborative team environment that follows UKAS standards to ensure accurate results and timely reporting. Onsite parking and flexible working hours are included.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science or NVQ Level 3.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisation and time management.
• Able to plan and prioritise workload.
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a laboratory team.
• Adaptable with a practical, can-do approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard laboratory equipment to carry out routine physical testing of footwear, materials and components.
• Follow established test methods and safety procedures.
• Record and report detailed test results accurately.
• Work to deadlines and testing schedules.
• Maintain laboratory and sample store cleanliness and organization.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the laboratory.
• Maintain training records in line with UKAS requirements.
• Collaborate with other laboratory team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Can-do attitude

Team collaboration

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English and Science or NVQ Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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