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
Qualifications
- 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
Sub-assembly Operator in Dartford employer: Hochiki America Corporation
Kentec Electronics Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Dartford, Kent, where innovation and quality are at the forefront of our operations. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive training opportunities, a supportive culture, and a range of benefits including enhanced parental leave and a financial well-being scheme. Join us to be part of a global leader in fire control solutions, where your contributions will directly impact our mission of excellence and customer trust.
Contact Details:
Hochiki America Corporation Recruitment Team
