Trainee Amada operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Kentec Electronics Ltd
Trainee Amada Machine Operator
Established over 35 years ago, Kentec Electronics Ltd. has evolved into one of the world’s leading independent fire control panel manufacturers. Over the years the Kentec name has become synonymous with World class product, great service and excellent support. Based in Dartford, Kent, Kentec is a truly global supplier, exporting control equipment to over 90 countries Worldwide, and in many different languages.
We are looking to recruit a full-time machine operator for our Amada Punch Machine to work in our busy manufacturing & production area.
Responsibilities
· Operating Amada machine
· Handling sheet metal
· Checking and testing product
· Finishing product
Skills, Experience and Person Specification
· Experience of using similar machinery is desirable
· Ability to follow instructions and diagrams
· Working to tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy
· Must be reliable, conscientious and hard working
· Experience of working in a manufacturing environment is desirable
· Ability to work as part of a team
Job Specifics
· This position is a late shift 14.00 – 22.00 with 30 minutes for lunch (7.5 hours) Training will be on a day shift 08:00 – 16:30.
· Leave one hour earlier than your contracted finish time every Friday (will be paid)
· A shift premium will be paid in addition to the base rate (once role moves to shifts)
· 24 days holiday
· Workplace pension scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks)
· Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Smart Health)
· Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance)
· Employee Referral Scheme
· Free Mental Health First Aid courses (M.H.F.A.)
· Life Assurance
· Cycle to work scheme
· Internal Trainings
· Company Events
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Financial planning services
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dartford, DA1 1JQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Amada operator roles across Kentec Electronics Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £32,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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