Systems Coordinator – Laboratory Quality & Testing Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Closing Date: 29 April 2026 Interviews: 7 May 2026 (on-site) What’s in It for You 25–30 days annual leave Life assurance cover Group personal pension scheme Income protection Free on-site parking Supportive team environment with training and development opportunities About the Role We are looking for a motivated and detail-focused Systems Coordinator to join a well-established Safety Product Testing laboratory environment. You will play a key role in supporting the quality systems that underpin laboratory testing activities for a wide range of personal protective equipment (PPE) used globally. These products help protect people working in demanding environments, from construction and manufacturing through to specialist safety and sporting applications. Working within a collaborative technical team, you will help ensure testing processes remain accurate, compliant, and fully aligned with recognised international standards. What You’ll Be Doing After full training and support, you will be responsible for: Maintaining and improving quality and technical documentation, including calibration records, maintenance logs, and certificates of conformity Supporting and developing the department’s ISO 17025 quality management system Carrying out equipment calibrations in line with relevant international and European standards Coordinating inter-laboratory comparisons and proficiency testing activities Acting as the main point of contact for external accreditation audits (UKAS) Supporting internal audit activities and continuous improvement initiatives Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety procedures and regulations Managing calibration schedules and ensuring all equipment remains compliant Producing calibration certificates with accurate data, analysis, and conclusions Liaising with external subcontractors and suppliers Supporting calculation and review of measurement uncertainty budgets Creating, maintaining, and validating test result templates Providing support to departmental administrative functions where required About You We are looking for someone who is organised, analytical, and comfortable working in a structured technical environment. Essential skills and experience: Science or mathematics background (A-Level grade C or above, or equivalent) OR relevant laboratory experience Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy Good written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time management abilities Confident IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office Ability to work independently and use initiative Logical, methodical approach to problem-solving Adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment Desirable experience: Experience working within quality assurance or quality management systems Familiarity with ISO 17025 standards Understanding of laboratory or mechanical/physics principles Exposure to measurement uncertainty calculations Apply Now If you’re looking for a role where accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement are valued, and you enjoy working in a technical laboratory setting, we’d love to hear from you.