Laboratory Technician

Testing Technician

Location: Kettering, UK

Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Testing Technician to join a well-established and respected testing organisation based in Kettering.

Working within a specialist furniture flammability laboratory, you will support the testing of furniture and related products against British, European and international standards. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, detail-oriented and enjoys working within a technical environment.

The organisation provides testing, consultancy and technical services to manufacturers, suppliers and retailers, helping ensure products meet safety and performance requirements.

As a Furniture Flammability Technician, your duties will include:

• Preparing and conditioning samples for testing
• Carrying out flammability testing in accordance with British, European and international standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised laboratory environment
• Planning and coordinating testing schedules to meet customer and business requirements
• Recording and reporting test results accurately
• Following laboratory procedures and quality standards at all times

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (Grade C / Grade 5 or above)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• The ability to work accurately and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Effective time management and scheduling abilities
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A flexible, proactive and positive attitude

• Experience with in the furniture industry
• Previous experience working in a laboratory or regulated testing environment
• Experience testing consumer products
• A full, clean UK driving licence

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• 25 to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
• Life assurance
• Group personal pension scheme
• Income protection scheme
• Free on-site parking

Closing Date for Applications: 1st September 2026

Stage 1 Interviews: MS Teams interviews will be held on 4th September 2026

Stage 2 Interviews: Face-to-face interviews will be held on 11th September 2026