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Furniture Flammability Technician

45 Days Old

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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Location:
Kettering
Salary:
£24,000
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Retail