Furniture Testing Technician

Interaction Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Furniture Technician in Northampton. This role involves preparing and conducting testing on furniture to ensure safety and compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and attention to detail, along with GCSE qualifications in core subjects. Benefits include up to 30 days annual leave and life assurance.

Benefits

25–30 days annual leave

Life assurance

Group personal pension plan

Income protection

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to follow instructions and work to tight deadlines.
• Good time management, planning, and scheduling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and condition furniture for testing.
• Conduct physical testing on cabinets, tables, and bedframes.
• Maintain accurate training and testing records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Education

Minimum GCSE Grade C / Grade 5 in Maths, English, and Science

Job description

Overview

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 independently and as part of a team
• Positive, adaptable attitude

Desirable:

• Experience in the furniture industry or with consumer product testing
• Forklift truck experience

Benefits Include

• 25–30 days annual leave (based on service)
• Life assurance
• Group personal pension plan
• Income protection
• Free on-site parking

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation making a global impact in product safety and quality. If you’re practical, hands-on, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you.

Job Information

• Job Title: Furniture Technician (Part-Time)
• Company: Interaction Recruitment
• Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
• Posted: Sep 30th 2025
• Closes: Oct 31st 2025
• Sector: Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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