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Trainee Paint Shop Operative
Hochiki Group
Source: Headcount Labs · original listing ↗
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Source date: 11/2/2026
About this role
Paint Shop - Operative 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 Paint shop Department, within a team of people who manufacture high quality products for our customers. Responsibilities * Operating paint machinery (rotating line) * Setting paint machinery (Loading and unloading paint plant) * Operating spray gun (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 08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday, 08:00 – 15.30 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)