Technologist Quality Services

Pertemps; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Technologist to join their Quality Services team in Kettering. The role involves extensive UK and international travel, supporting laboratory operations through auditing and equipment calibration. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and excellent organisational skills. Comprehensive training in recognized auditing qualifications will be provided. Benefits include flexible working hours and generous leave policies.

Benefits

25–30 days annual leave

Life assurance and group personal pension plan

Income protection

Free parking and flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 20+ weeks per year).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate testing equipment to client specifications.
• Conduct laboratory audits to internal and client standards.
• Manage multiple client projects, ensuring requirements are fully understood.
• Plan and coordinate overseas trips efficiently.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent time management

Self-motivation

Organisational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently

Ability to support international clients

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Technologist – Quality Services

Location: Kettering, NN16 8SD (with frequent UK and international travel)

Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week

About the Role

We are looking for a Technologist to join our Quality Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys travel and has a strong interest in laboratory auditing and equipment calibration.

The role involves regular UK and international travel (up to 20 weeks per year) to support a diverse client base, ensuring consistent quality and compliance across laboratory operations worldwide. Typical assignments range from day visits within the UK to overseas trips of up to three weeks, covering destinations such as the USA, Brazil, Vietnam, and India. Travel is fully supported, with arrangements and expenses handled by the company. UK travel may involve using company pool vehicles, so personal car use is not required.

Comprehensive training will be provided, including enrolment in recognised auditing qualifications (ISO 9001 or ISO 17025).

Key Responsibilities

• Calibrate testing equipment to client specifications
• Conduct laboratory audits to internal and client standards
• Assess laboratory staff in testing methods and processes
• Prepare audit reports and calibration certificates within tight deadlines
• Manage multiple client projects, ensuring requirements are fully understood
• Plan and coordinate overseas trips efficiently and profitably
• Work collaboratively with colleagues on travel arrangements, including risk assessments, visas, accommodation, flights, and local transport
• Liaise with other departments to support project delivery
• Complete specific accreditation processes (e.g., Leather Grading)
• Promote and champion company services and products during client interactions

Person Specification

Essential

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 20+ weeks per year)
• Strong technical knowledge and eagerness to learn new skills
• Excellent time management, self-motivation, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to support an international client base via phone, email, or in‑person
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport

Desirable

• Auditing experience
• Recognised auditing qualification (ISO 9001 or ISO 17025)
• Calibration experience
• Knowledge of laboratory quality systems
• Hands‑on laboratory testing experience
• Experience of international business travel
• Practical/mechanical skills
• Additional languages (e.g., Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Thai)

Benefits

• 25–30 days annual leave (service‑related)
• Life assurance and group personal pension plan
• Income protection
• Free parking and flexible working hours