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Hochiki

PCB Stage 1 - Assembly Operator

Dartford, Kent

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
19 Sept 2026

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PCB Stage 1 PCB Assembler

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.

You will work within a team to manufacture high quality products for our external customers.

Responsibilities

Assembling PCB for Fire Control Panels

Skills, Experience and Person Specification

Full training will be given.

The ability to understand and work from PAFs would be desirable.

Willing to learn

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:

Monday - Thursday 06.00 - 14.30, Friday: 06.00 - 13.30.

24 days holiday, in addition to bank holidays, increasing with the years of service.

Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks)

Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Smart Health)

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

Get the latest tech at the best price and spread the payment over your salary, interest-free.

Original posting on Hochiki's site ↗