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Testing Technician - Safety Products

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 26,000 - 26,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kettering

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Technician – Safety Product Testing
  Kettering, Northamptonshire
 Up to £26,000 per annum
 Full Time | 37.5 Hours per Week

Interaction Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading independent testing, inspection and certification organisation for a Technician to join their Safety Product Testing team in Kettering.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation at the forefront of product testing and certification, working with a wide range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) used across multiple industries worldwide.

The Role

Working within the Safety Product Testing department, you will primarily support the motorcycle garment testing area, carrying out testing on jackets, trousers, race suits, gloves and impact protectors. Over time, you will also gain exposure to other PPE testing disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:

Conducting routine physical testing of PPE in accordance with European and International standards
Operating specialist test equipment and accurately recording results
Preparing samples for testing
Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and organisation
Managing sample storage and handling
Supporting Technologists during customer visits
Assisting with testing activities both on-site and occasionally at customer facilities
Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in product testing and laboratory environments.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential Requirements

GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above in Maths, English and Science
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good organisational and time management abilities
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
A reliable, motivated and enthusiastic approach to work
The ability to remain focused whilst carrying out repetitive testing tasks
Desirable Skills & Experience

Previous laboratory experience
Experience working with PPE products
Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and advanced Excel functions
Understanding of quality management systems
A willingness to learn, develop and adapt within a technical environment
What's On Offer?

Salary up to £26,000 per annum
25–28 days annual leave (depending on service)
Life assurance
Group personal pension scheme
Income protection
Free on-site parking
Flexible working hours
Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
Apply Now

If you're looking to build a career within a technical laboratory environment and want to work with a diverse range of safety products that help protect people around the world, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 26th June 2026
 Interview Date: 7th July 2026

For more information or to apply, please contact Interaction Recruitment today.

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