Location: Kettering, UK
Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Testing Technician to join a well-established and respected testing organisation based in Kettering.
Working within a specialist furniture flammability laboratory, you will support the testing of furniture and related products against British, European and international standards. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, detail-oriented and enjoys working within a technical environment.
The organisation provides testing, consultancy and technical services to manufacturers, suppliers and retailers, helping ensure products meet safety and performance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
As a Furniture Flammability Technician, your duties will include:
Preparing and conditioning samples for testing
Carrying out flammability testing in accordance with British, European and international standards
Maintaining a clean, safe and organised laboratory environment
Planning and coordinating testing schedules to meet customer and business requirements
Recording and reporting test results accurately
Following laboratory procedures and quality standards at all times
About You
To be successful in this role, you should have:
Essential Requirements
GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (Grade C / Grade 5 or above)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
The ability to work accurately and meet deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
Strong organisational and planning skills
Effective time management and scheduling abilities
The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
A flexible, proactive and positive attitude
Desirable Requirements
Experience within the furniture industry
Previous experience working in a laboratory or regulated testing environment
Experience testing consumer products
A full, clean UK driving licence
Benefits
The successful candidate will benefit from:
25 to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
Life assurance
Group personal pension scheme
Income protection scheme
Free on-site parking
Application Process
Closing Date for Applications: 1st September 2026
Stage 1 Interviews: MS Teams interviews will be held on 4th September 2026
Stage 2 Interviews: Face-to-face interviews will be held on 11th September 2026
Apply Now
If you are looking to build a career within a technical testing environment and want to join an established organisation that supports quality, innovation and professional development, we'd love to hear from you
Salary description
£25000.00 - £25000.00 per year