Quality Assurance TechnicianSalary: £28,000 to £30,000Leeds, LS10Full time, PermanentAbout UsWe are a Leeds-based hotel bedroom manufacturing company, with 28 years of experience delivering high-quality, bespoke bedroom solutions to hotels such as Hilton, Radisson, Marriott and Holiday Inn across the UK. We employ approximately 140 people across both production and office functions.With a strong reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and customer satisfaction, we are continuing to strengthen our quality function to support production.The RoleWe are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our small, dedicated quality team. Together, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving product quality across both in-house manufacturing and third-party suppliers.This is a hands-on role, working across the factory floor and supporting supplier quality assurance. You will play a key role in ensuring consistent standards are upheld throughout the entire supply chain.Key Responsibilities
Carry out in-process and final inspections of furniture components and finished productsSupport quality oversight of third-party manufacturers and suppliers, including incoming goods checksIdentify, record, and help resolve defects in collaboration with production teams and suppliersAssist in maintaining and improving quality control processes and proceduresConduct incoming inspection of materials and outsourced productsContribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issuesMaintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentationSupport investigations into customer complaints and non-conformancesPromote a consistent culture of quality across both internal teams and external partners
About You
Previous experience in a quality, inspection, or manufacturing role (ideally furniture, wood, or related industry)Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solvingComfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative teamAbility to communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliersExperience reading drawings/specifications (advantageous)Good basic IT and reporting skills
We would particularly like to hear from candidates who have worked as a Quality Assurance Technician, Quality Inspector, Quality Controller, Quality Technician, Supplier Quality Technician, Manufacturing Quality Technician, Production Quality Inspector, or similar quality-focused role within furniture manufacturing, woodworking, joinery, cabinetry, interiors, fit-out, kitchen manufacturing, bedroom furniture manufacturing or other production and manufacturing environments.What We Offer
Competitive salaryStable, full-time role in a growing SME manufacturing businessOpportunity to gain exposure to supplier quality and broader QA processesTraining and development opportunitiesSupportive and down-to-earth working environmentReal opportunity to influence and improve quality standards
Apply NowIf you are an organised, proactive QA professional with a passion for high quality furniture and delivering outstanding customer service, we’d love to hear from you.Apply today with your CV.Curtis Furniture Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. INDLS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
