Laboratory Technician
Pertemps Northampton
Location: Kettering, UK
Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
The Opportunity
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.
Key Responsibilities
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
About You
To be successful in this role, you should have:
Essential Requirements
- 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
Desirable Requirements
- Experience within the furniture industry
- Previous experience working in a laboratory or regulated testing environment
- Experience testing consumer products
- A full, clean UK driving licence
Benefits
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
Application Process
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
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If you are looking to build a career within a technical testing environment and want to join an established organisation that supports quality, innovation and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.
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