At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure top-notch quality in furniture manufacturing and collaborate with suppliers.
- Company: Established Leeds-based hotel bedroom manufacturer with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time stability, training opportunities, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Great chance to grow in a dynamic SME with a focus on craftsmanship.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team and make a real impact on quality standards.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality assurance or manufacturing, with strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
Salary: £28,000 to £30,000
Location: Leeds, LS10
Full time, Permanent
About Us
We 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 Role
We 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 products
- Support quality oversight of third-party manufacturers and suppliers, including incoming goods checks
- Identify, record, and help resolve defects in collaboration with production teams and suppliers
- Assist in maintaining and improving quality control processes and procedures
- Conduct incoming inspection of materials and outsourced products
- Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues
- Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation
- Support investigations into customer complaints and non-conformances
- Promote 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-solving
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers
- Experience reading drawings/specifications (advantageous)
- Good basic IT and reporting skills
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Stable, full-time role in a growing SME manufacturing business
- Opportunity to gain exposure to supplier quality and broader QA processes
- Training and development opportunities
- Supportive and down-to-earth working environment
- Real opportunity to influence and improve quality standards
If 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.
Quality Assurance Technician in Leeds employer: Curtis Furniture
Curtis Furniture Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a stable and supportive work environment in Leeds, where you can thrive as a Quality Assurance Technician. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, you will have the opportunity to influence and enhance quality standards while working alongside a dedicated team in a growing SME manufacturing business. Enjoy competitive salaries and the chance to gain valuable experience in supplier quality assurance within a collaborative culture that values your contributions.
