Furniture Technician

Furniture Technician Kettering Hours - Monday to Friday 37.5 hrs Salary - up to £26k Our established client based in Kettering is seeking a hands-on and detail-focused Furniture Technician to join their internationally recognised Furniture Department — a hub for testing, consultancy, and innovation. This is your chance to be part of a technical team that supports global manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers in ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of furniture products used around the world. What You’ll Be Doing: Preparing and conditioning furniture products for testing Conducting physical testing of mattresses, cabinets, tables, and seating to UK, European, and international standards Collaborating with team members to move and set up furniture samples Working closely with customers to plan testing schedules and build strong relationships Maintaining lab cleanliness and detailed training records Hosting customer visits and supporting inspections on-siteWhat You’ll Need to Succeed: Essential: GCSEs in Maths, English & Science (minimum Grade C / 5) Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel Excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines A proactive, flexible attitude with the ability to work independently or as part of a teamDesirable: Experience in furniture or consumer product testing Mechanical engineering qualifications Previous experience in the furniture industryWhat is on offer? Salary up to £26,000 25–30 days of annual leave (depending on service) Life assurance and income protection Group personal pension plan Free on-site parking A supportive, innovation-driven environment with room to growIf you have a keen eye for detail, a practical mindset, and want to be part of a respected global leader in product testing, we’d love to hear from you

Location: Pytchley, GB

Posted Date: 5/14/2025