Technician - Safety Product Testing

Pertemps Bond; Kettering; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Generous annual leave entitlement

Company pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Income protection scheme

Free on-site parking

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training and career developm.

Job summary

Pertemps Bond is seeking a Laboratory Testing Technician in Kettering, Northamptonshire. The role involves carrying out routine physical testing of safety products to meet industry standards and recording accurate results.

You'll operate testing equipment, prepare samples, maintain records, and support senior staff with customer visits. A comprehensive training programme is provided, with a salary up to £26,000 per annum for 37.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science required.
• Strong IT skills with Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine physical testing of safety products per recognised standards.
• Operate specialist testing equipment and record accurate results.
• Prepare samples prior to testing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, work areas and sample storage facilities.
• Process test data and maintain electronic records.
• Support senior technical staff with customer visits and demonstrations as required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, accurately and within timescales.
• Comprehensive training will be provided to support development in the role.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedures compliance

Time management

Independent and team work

Verbal and written communication

Reliability and motivation

Team collaboration

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English and Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Laboratory Testing Technician

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire

Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Laboratory Testing Technician to join a well-established technical organisation specialising in product testing and compliance services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, practical, and keen to develop a career within a laboratory and testing environment.

The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative team responsible for testing a broad range of safety products to ensure they meet recognised industry standards and performance requirements.

About the Role

As a Laboratory Testing Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out routine physical testing of safety and protective products in accordance with recognised standards and procedures.
• Operating specialist testing equipment and recording accurate results.
• Preparing samples prior to testing.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, work areas and sample storage facilities.
• Processing test data and maintaining electronic records.
• Supporting senior technical staff with customer visits and demonstrations where required.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Comprehensive training will be provided to support your development within the role.

The laboratory tests a wide variety of safety-related products, including:

• Protective gloves
• Safety clothing
• Eye and face protection
• Head protection
• Hearing protection
• Fall protection equipment
• Specialist workwear and sports protection products

About You

Essential Requirements

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English and Science.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Reliable and self-motivated approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Desirable Experience

• Previous laboratory or testing experience.
• Experience working with safety equipment or technical products.
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Understanding of quality systems and compliance procedures.
• A flexible approach with a desire to develop new skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with service.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance cover.
• Income protection scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

If you are looking for a hands-on role within a professional technical environment and enjoy working with accuracy and attention to detail, we'd love to hear from you.