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Laboratory Technical & Testing Support Officer
Leicester On-site 2-5 yrs exp Retail 26,461 employees
Quality Management SystemISO 17025Document ControlEquipment CalibrationTime Management
Requirements
Candidates should have experience in a laboratory or product quality background with strong organizational and time management skills. Proficiency in Google Suite and a collaborative, self-motivated attitude are required.
Job Description
Job Description
We're looking for a Technical and Testing Support Officer to join our amazing team in the Lab at Head Office. This role is also ideal for anyone currently in a junior position looking to step up.
The Role
Based at Enderby Head Office, Leicester. Typically 5 days in the office, with flexible hours between 8am and 6pm.
At Next, our commitment to quality has been central to the brand since our launch in 1982. We're proud to have an on-site laboratory where a talented team meticulously tests everything from fabric, clothing, homeware, footwear and accessories. This dedicated team is responsible for upholding our renowned quality standards, ensuring our product earns the Next stamp of approval.
We're fortunate to have such a unique and knowledgeable facility in-house. This team's expertise, combined with their ability to collaborate with global labs, is what truly sets them apart.
As a Technical and Testing Support Officer, your role is pivotal in maintaining our lab's high standards and operational efficiency. You'll be instrumental in managing our Quality Management System to meet requirements and ensuring meticulous attention to detail across all our processes.
If you are passionate about quality, safety, and continuous improvement in a dynamic lab setting, then this could represent the ideal next step in your career journey.
What You’ll Take On
We’re seeking an organised and detail-oriented individual with excellent time management skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment. You're adept at working under pressure and driven to deliver urgent results without compromising on quality.
Ideally you will have experience either working in a similar lab setting or come from a product/quality background.
We're looking for someone with a friendly and positive attitude who is self-motivated and eager to contribute to the team's success. Your collaborative mindset and willingness to support colleagues will be key. You'll also be skilled in Google Suite, with a flexible approach and the ability to assist in all areas of the laboratory when needed. We will provide full training and development to help you reach your full potential.
Sponsorship
Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
We encourage early applications for our roles, as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position, this advert may close earlier than planned.
At NEXT, we believe the best work happens when there are no barriers to collaboration. That’s why we are a Google-powered workspace. From your very first day, you’ll be using the full Google Workspace suite; Docs, Drive, and Meet, to stay connected and move fast.
If your previous experience is rooted in other software suites, don’t worry! We’ll point you to a digital Google toolkit the moment you join, packed with handy guides and insider tips to help you transition smoothly and hit the ground running.
About Us
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 80 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!
About The Team
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.
We're looking for a Technical and Testing Support Officer to join our amazing team in the Lab at Head Office. This role is also ideal for anyone currently in a junior position looking to step up.
The Role
Based at Enderby Head Office, Leicester. Typically 5 days in the office, with flexible hours between 8am and 6pm.
At Next, our commitment to quality has been central to the brand since our launch in 1982. We're proud to have an on-site laboratory where a talented team meticulously tests everything from fabric, clothing, homeware, footwear and accessories. This dedicated team is responsible for upholding our renowned quality standards, ensuring our product earns the Next stamp of approval.
We're fortunate to have such a unique and knowledgeable facility in-house. This team's expertise, combined with their ability to collaborate with global labs, is what truly sets them apart.
As a Technical and Testing Support Officer, your role is pivotal in maintaining our lab's high standards and operational efficiency. You'll be instrumental in managing our Quality Management System to meet requirements and ensuring meticulous attention to detail across all our processes.
If you are passionate about quality, safety, and continuous improvement in a dynamic lab setting, then this could represent the ideal next step in your career journey.
What You’ll Take On
- Manage the Quality Management System in line with ISO 17025, including reporting on audits, correlations, and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct daily and monthly checks, monitor standard atmospheric data, and review sub-contractor performance.
- Oversee all aspects of document control, implement impartiality and confidentiality agreements, and manage corrective action plans.
- Manage the calibration and maintenance of equipment, ensuring certificates are up-to-date and reviewing uncertainty of measurement and decision rules.
We’re seeking an organised and detail-oriented individual with excellent time management skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment. You're adept at working under pressure and driven to deliver urgent results without compromising on quality.
Ideally you will have experience either working in a similar lab setting or come from a product/quality background.
We're looking for someone with a friendly and positive attitude who is self-motivated and eager to contribute to the team's success. Your collaborative mindset and willingness to support colleagues will be key. You'll also be skilled in Google Suite, with a flexible approach and the ability to assist in all areas of the laboratory when needed. We will provide full training and development to help you reach your full potential.
Sponsorship
Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
We encourage early applications for our roles, as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position, this advert may close earlier than planned.
At NEXT, we believe the best work happens when there are no barriers to collaboration. That’s why we are a Google-powered workspace. From your very first day, you’ll be using the full Google Workspace suite; Docs, Drive, and Meet, to stay connected and move fast.
If your previous experience is rooted in other software suites, don’t worry! We’ll point you to a digital Google toolkit the moment you join, packed with handy guides and insider tips to help you transition smoothly and hit the ground running.
About Us
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 80 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!
About The Team
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Profit-related bonus - based on company performance
- Private health insurance- surgery choices
- Sharesave scheme - make savings from your net pay to buy NEXT shares at a discount
- Pension - fixed contribution rates from both an employer and employee perspective, but you're also able to make additional voluntary contributions (AVCs) if you wish to save more.
- 25% staff discount on most NEXT products - plus discount on other products
- Wagestream - helping you make the most out of your money
- Salary finance - offers access to affordable loans repaid through salary, simple savings and free financial education.
- Life assurance
- Direct to work - NEXT orders delivered free to the office for collection
- VIP sale - early access to the NEXT sale
- Access to NEXT staff shops
- Octopus energy - like cycle-to-work, but for electric vehicles
- Free parking (excluding London locations)
- Travel2NEXT - bus services dependent on location
- On site dining facilities (excluding London locations)
- National and local discounts on goods and services - this includes things like discounted cinema tickets
- Wellhub - includes access to discounted gym membership
- Simply health - a healthcare subscription service
- Aviva Digicare Workplace+ healthcare service - 7 Free services including Digital GP appointments and an annual health check.
- Onsite GP - Leicester Head Office
- Onsite Physio - Leicester Head Office
- A range of dedicated 3rd party wellbeing partners
- Free eye testing - voucher to use at specific locations
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.
Skills
Quality Management SystemISO 17025Document ControlEquipment CalibrationTime ManagementGoogle SuiteAudit ReportingCorrective Action PlanningAttention To DetailCollaboration
About Next
At Next we never underestimate what we can do. Bring your energy, play to your strengths and never shy away from change. Push yourself and back others. Make things happen that will be bigger and better than before. Come and work for one of the UK’s biggest retailers. It is everything you could imagine, and so much more. We’re constantly innovating, constantly working on something new and constantly creating more and more exciting new products, which means no day is the same, and no day is dull. Whether you take up a role in making furniture with our lively warehouse team or join our team of superhuman developers and tech engineers, you’ll be rubbing shoulders with some of the most talented people in the country, who not only work hard but play hard too. Let's take it on.
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