Job Description
Role: FOOTWEAR TECHNICIAN Location: Kettering, UK Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Salary: Up to £25,400.00 per annumInteraction Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation. We are currently seeking two Footwear Technicians to join a Footwear Testing department within a physical testing laboratory environment.Responsibilities As a Footwear Technician, you will be required to:Operate standard laboratory equipment in line with Health & Safety assessments and test methods to conduct routine physical testing of footwear, materials and componentsTake responsibility for aspects of laboratory and stores maintenance and upkeepSupport continuous improvement activitiesComply with UKAS requirements, including maintenance of personal training recordsAbout You Candidates must have GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (NVQ Level 3) and be competent in MS Word and Excel. You will be expected to work to deadlines, produce accurate and detailed results, and work both independently and as part of a laboratory team.You should be able to demonstrate:Strong organisation, time management and planning skillsMeticulous attention to detailA flexible, tenacious and “can-do” attitudeAbility to work independently and as part of a teamPrevious physical testing laboratory experience would be an advantage, as would knowledge of footwear construction and materials; however, full training will be provided.Benefits Include Staff benefits include 25–30 days (service related) annual leave; life assurance; a group personal pension plan; income protection; free parking; and flexible working hours.Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 29th May 2026 Interviews will be held on site on Tuesday 9th June 2026INDKTTTPBN1_UKTJ