Physical Testing Technician
Core
Support physical testing teams in preparing and testing samples for physical, footwear, and flammability test methods while maintaining ISO 17025 quality procedures.
Role type
Physical Testing Technician
Builds
Technical reports on leather, textile, polymer, and footwear durability/performance testing
Domain
Consumer goods testing (footwear, leather, textiles, polymers)
Required skills
ISO 17025 compliance, sample preparation, flammability testing, footwear durability assessment, data collation, technical peer review, equipment maintenance, laboratory scheduling
Preferred skills
Textiles and leather knowledge, Level 3 science qualification, Microsoft Office proficiency, driving ability
Technologies
ISO 17025, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Review booked work to ensure correct testing selection, schedule and prioritize laboratory testing, prepare and test leathers/textiles/polymers, prepare shoes for durability testing, conduct flammability testing, perform shoe fitting assessments, collate data for technical reports, maintain accreditation scope via quality tasks, maintain equipment and lab cleanliness, support commercial teams with technical enquiries
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC