Footwear Technician

Role: FOOTWEAR TECHNICIAN

Location: Kettering, UK

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week

Salary: Up to £25,400.00 per annum

Interaction 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.

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 components
• Take responsibility for aspects of laboratory and stores maintenance and upkeep
• Support continuous improvement activities
• Comply with UKAS requirements, including maintenance of personal training records

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 skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• A flexible, tenacious and "can-do" attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  Previous 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 2026