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Paint Shop Operator

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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.

Paint shop operative

The position will be based in the Paint shop Department, within a team of people who manufacture high quality products for our customers.

Responsibilities

  • Operating paint machinery
  • Setting paint machinery
  • Loading and unloading paint plant (only when needed - full time sprayer)
  • Handling metal material
  • Meeting specific departmental & company targets
  • Checking and testing manufactured products
  • 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 for masking products prior to powder coating
  • Full training will be given

Job Specification

  • Hours are 06:00 – 14:30 Monday to Thursday and Friday 06:00 - 13:30
  • Full-Time contract
  • Free Parking
  • Enhanced workplace pension scheme
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Smart Health)
  • Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance)
  • Employee Referral Scheme
  • Long service awards
  • Free Mental Health First Aid courses (M.H.F.A.)
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Company sick pay
  • Internal Training
  • Company Events
  • Employee benefits, discounts and perks (Rewards Gateway)
  • Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year
  • Get the latest tech at the best price and spread the payments over your salary, interest-free (SmartTech)