Furniture Technician (Part-Time)
Location: Kettering, UK
Salary: Up to £14,850 per annum
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Are you practical, detail-oriented, and passionate about working with physical products? We're currently recruiting for our client for a Furniture Testing Technician to join their busy Furniture department in Kettering. Our client is a world-renowned centre of excellence in furniture testing, training, and innovation.
This is a part-time role, ideal for someone with a technical mindset and strong organisational skills, looking to contribute to meaningful safety and quality testing in the furniture industry.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and condition furniture for testing
Conduct physical testing on cabinets, tables, and bedframes to British, European, and international standards
Keep laboratory spaces clean and organised; assist with moving furniture samples
Plan and schedule testing in coordination with clients and the Head of Furniture
Maintain accurate training and testing records
About You
Essential:
Minimum GCSE Grade C / Grade 5 or above in Maths, English, and Science
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
High attention to detail and accuracy
Able to follow instructions and work to tight deadlines
Good time management, planning, and scheduling abilities
Able to work independ...