Sub-assembly Operator

Sub-Assembly Operator

Kentec Electronics Ltd, during the last 40 years, has expanded into a major worldwide manufacturer of independent fire control panels. Over time, the Kentec brand has become known for its top-quality products, outstanding service, and exceptional support. Headquartered in Dartford, Kent, Kentec has established itself as a global leader, supplying control equipment to more than 90 countries across the world in multiple languages.

As part of the Hochiki Corporation – one of the world’s most established and respected fire detection and life safety manufacturers, with over 100 years of history – Kentec is proud to have been a valued member of the Hochiki family for the past 13 years. This partnership has strengthened our position in the global market, enabling us to deliver world-class fire control panel solutions backed by decades of innovation, quality, and reliability. Our shared values and long-standing collaboration continue to drive progress, excellence, and customer trust across the industry.

 

 Responsibilities

 

• Assembling Sub-Assembly kits for our products and other departments

 

Experience and Person Specification

 

• Full training will be given.
• The ability to understand and work from PAFs would be desirable.
• Familiar with basic assembly techniques.
• Versatile to use a range of hand and electrical tools.
• Willing to learn new assembly techniques using a variety of equipment.
• Practice safe work habits and report unsafe conditions to the supervisor/team leader.
• Good problem solving and team working skills. Also, be able to work under own initiative.
• Preferably gained experience through a similar role.

 

Skills

• Good time keeping
• Ability to read PAF’s
• General knowledge of Kentec products
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools.

 

Job Specifics

• Working hours: Monday-Thursday: 14:00-22:00, Friday: 13:00-20:00
• 24 days holiday, in addition to bank holidays, increasing with the years of service.
• Employee Assistance Programme (Wisdom)
• Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Metlife)
• Support for Loved Ones during difficult times (Everest)
• Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance)
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Enhanced workplace pension
• Enhanced parental leave
• Free Mental Health First Aid courses (M.H.F.A.)
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Internal Trainings
• Company Events
• Long Service Awards
• Employee benefits, discounts and perks (Kencheck)
• Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year

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