Furniture Flammability Technician
Location: Kettering, UK
Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Reference: 02/26
We are recruiting a Furniture Flammability Technician on behalf of our client to join their specialist Furniture Flammability department on a full-time basis.
The department is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for furniture testing, training, consultancy and innovation, working with suppliers, manufacturers and retailers worldwide. Testing is carried out against British, European and international standards, as well as major retailer specifications, to ensure furniture products are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a career within a technical laboratory environment.
The Role
As a Furniture Flammability Technician, your responsibilities will include:
Preparation and conditioning of test samples
Conducting furniture flammability testing to British, European and international standards
Planning and agreeing testing schedules
Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of laboratory areas
About You
Essential requirements:
GCSE Maths, English and Science at Grade C / Grade 5 or above
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to work accurately to deadlines with strong attention to detail
Demonstrable organisation, planning and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexible, proactive and positive “can-do” attitude
Desirable experience:
Experience working within the furniture industry
Experience in a regulated laboratory environment
Experience testing consumer products
Full, clean UK driving licence
Benefits
The role offers a competitive benefits package, including:
25–30 days annual leave (service related)
Life assurance
Group personal pension plan
Income protection
Free on-site parking
Closing date: 29 January 2026
Interviews: On site, 10 February 2026
If you are looking to build or develop your career in furniture testing within a professional laboratory environment, we encourage you to apply.
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