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.
We are looking to recruit a Panel Assembler to work on day shift in our busy manufacturing & production area.
You will work within a team to manufacture high quality products for our external customers.
Responsibilities
- Assembling Fire control panels
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Skills, Experience and Person Specification
- Full training will be given.
- An understanding of electrical/mechanical specifications and 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.
Key Tasks:
- To meet Company targets in Production and Quality
Job Specifics
- Working hours (various positions):
- Monday to Thursday 8am – 16.30pm and Friday 8am - 15:30 with 30 minutes for lunch
- Leave one hour earlier than your contracted finish time every Friday (will be paid)
- 24 days holiday, in addition to bank holidays, increasing with the years of service
- Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Metlife)
- Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance)
- Enhanced workplace pension
- Free Mental Health First Aid courses (M.H.F.A.)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company Events
- Employee benefits, discounts and perks (Kencheck)
- Get the latest tech at the best price and spread the payment over your salary, interest-free.
- Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year
- Long Service Awards
- Internal Trainings
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced parental leave
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Support for Loved Ones during difficult times (Everest)
- Employee Assistance Programme (Wisdom)
Final Assembler Operator - Day shift in Dartford employer: Hochiki Group
Kentec Electronics Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Dartford, Kent, where employees can thrive in a supportive and innovative culture. With a strong focus on employee well-being, including access to mental health resources, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for professional growth, Kentec fosters a sense of community and commitment among its team members. Joining Kentec means being part of a globally respected brand that values quality, reliability, and the development of its workforce.
