Trainee Amada CNC Punch Machine 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.

We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our team. The Machine Operator will be responsible for operating Amada Punch Machines according to technical drawings and specifications. The person must have a minimum experience operating machine.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automated and manual CNC punch machines


• Read and interpret technical drawings


• Monitor machine operations to ensure proper functioning


• Inspect finished products for quality and precision


• Maintain equipment by performing regular maintenance


• Troubleshoot and resolving issues that may arise during production

Skills, Experience and Person Specification

• Machine operating


• Knowledge on hand tools


• Knowledge on materials and safe handling


• Working as a team or independently to achieve daily targets


• Can work on own initiative

Job Specifics

• Working Hours are:
  
  
  
  • 14:00 – 22:00 Monday to Thursday and 13:00-20:00 Friday
  
  
  
  


• 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)