Trainee Wave Solder Machine Operator

Machine operator – Wave Solder

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 position will be based in the PCB Department, within a team of people who manufacture high quality products for our customers. The role will be operating our wave solder machine, to ensure that the high-quality products are being manufactured at the level we require.

Responsabilities:

Operating Machinery

Setting Machinery

Maintaining Machinery

Handdling PCB's

Meeting specific departmental and company target

Inspecting and finishing product prior before passing to next process

Follow systems / procedures within the department, including Health & Safety regulations, Housekeeping, Work Instructions, 5S & Quality.

Skills, Experience & Person Specification

Computer literate & basic mathematics

Ability to work as part of a team.

Working to tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy

Experience using similar machinery preferable.

Understanding mechanical drawings / artwork preferable

Full training will be given.

Job Benefits:

Hours are 14:00-22:00 (training will be provided from 8am till 16.30).

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.

Employee Assistance Programme (Metlife)

Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing

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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