Assembly Operator - Specials

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.

The Special Applications production team are looking for an enthusiastic assembly operator to learn the techniques used for the assembly of various custom built life safety control and indication panels. The applicant would be expected to be able to read electrical schematics and understand mechanical design drawings, a prior knowledge to the assembly of standard Kentec product using PAF’s would be preferable.

• Work with the Team to create wiring harnesses and assemble custom designed CIE, training can be given.
• Use basic problem‑solving skills to ensure production requirements are met.
• Report problems or concerns with the team leader.
• Observe, maintain, coordinate and complete a good standard of work.
• Follow documented policies and procedures as designated by the company.
• Follow detailed instructions, processes, and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Health and Safety in the workplace.

• Ability to follow instructions and diagrams.
• Working to tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work with various hand tools and power tools, such as; drills, pop rivets, crimp tools, etc.
• Solder trained preferred, but training can be given.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Ability to work as part of a team

• Working hours:
  
  Monday-Thursday: 08:00-16:30, Friday: 08:00-15:30
• 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