Location: Kettering
Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
About the Organisation
Our client is a well-established testing and certification organisation supporting manufacturers and suppliers worldwide. The business provides independent testing services across a wide range of products, helping customers demonstrate compliance with relevant national and international standards.
About the Department
The Product Testing team is responsible for evaluating a broad range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety-related products to ensure they meet required performance and protection standards.
Products tested may include:
Protective gloves
Fall protection equipment
Motorcycle apparel
High-visibility clothing
Eye and face protection
Helmets
Hearing protection
Chainsaw protective clothing
Kneepads
Sports protection equipment
Other specialist protective products
The department operates accredited laboratory facilities equipped with advanced testing machinery and instruments. Test results are used to support product development, regulatory compliance, and certification requirements.
The team consists of skilled technicians, technologists, and support personnel who work collaboratively to deliver high-quality testing services to customers globally.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Technologist to join the Product Testing team.
Key responsibilities include:
Conduct routine physical testing in accordance with recognised international and European standards.
Operate laboratory equipment and accurately record test data in both electronic and hard-copy formats.
Prepare technical reports detailing test results and findings.
Liaise with customers via email, telephone, and face-to-face meetings.
Respond to technical enquiries and advise customers on appropriate testing requirements.
Maintain accurate records and update job information using internal business systems.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory processes and testing procedures.
Support business development and industry engagement activities, including seminars, webinars, exhibitions, and customer visits.
Comprehensive training will be provided where required.
Candidate Profile
Essential Requirements
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative.
Logical and methodical approach to work.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Experience dealing with customers in a professional environment.
Adaptable and responsive to changing priorities.
Strong organisational, time management, and communication skills.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Desirable Skills & Experience
Experience working within a laboratory or testing environment.
Knowledge of technical standards and compliance requirements.
Understanding of PPE manufacturing and performance requirements.
Experience using database or business management systems.
Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS).
Educational background in Physics or a related scientific discipline.
Experience travelling for work purposes.
Additional language skills.
Benefits
The successful candidate will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with service.
Life assurance.
Pension scheme.
Income protection cover.
Free on-site parking.
Flexible working arrangements.
Application Information
Applications should be submitted by 24 July 2026.
Interviews are expected to take place on-site during August 2026.
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Salary description
£29000.00 - £29000.00 per year