Footwear Testing Technician (PPE)

Interaction Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Footwear Testing Technician to carry out testing on footwear materials and components in a professional laboratory setting. The role involves operating laboratory equipment, conducting tests, and maintaining training records. You should have GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science, alongside strong organisational and attention to detail skills. The position offers a salary up to £25,000 with additional benefits including annual leave and pension plans.

Benefits

25–30 days annual leave

Life assurance

Group personal pension plan

Income protection

Free on-site parking

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Organised and reliable, comfortable in a structured, technical environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexible, positive and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard laboratory equipment according to Health & Safety procedures.
• Conduct physical testing of footwear, materials, and components.
• Maintain personal training records and comply with UKAS requirements.
• Support lab and store maintenance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time-management skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Word

Familiarity with Microsoft Excel

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (NVQ Level 3)

Job description

Footwear Testing Technician (PPE) | Kettering, Northamptonshire | Salary up to £25,000 | 37.5 hours per week | Full-time.

About the role

You will work in a physical testing laboratory, carrying out routine testing on footwear, footwear materials, and components. The role requires accurate, safe work in line with recognised standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard laboratory equipment in accordance with Health & Safety procedures and test methods.
• Conduct physical testing of footwear, materials, and components.
• Support laboratory and store maintenance and general upkeep.
• Maintain personal training records and comply with UKAS requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the laboratory.
• Work to deadlines while producing accurate, detailed test results.

About you

You will be organised, reliable, and comfortable working in a structured, technical environment. You will work both independently and as part of a collaborative laboratory team.

Essential Requirements

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English and Science (NVQ Level 3).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A flexible, positive and proactive ‘can‑do’ attitude.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in a physical testing or laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of footwear construction and materials.
• Full training will be provided – no prior footwear testing experience is required.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £25,000.
• 25–30 days annual leave (service‑related).
• Life assurance.
• Group personal pension plan.
• Income protection.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Flexible working hours.

Next Steps

Application deadline: Wednesday 7th January 2026
Interviews: On site in Kettering – 21st January 2026.

If you’re looking to develop hands‑on technical skills within a professional laboratory environment, this could be the perfect opportunity.