About this role
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 recruiting for a Quality Inspector to join our Quality Department. We are looking for an enthusiastic person who is willing to learn a new profession and grow into valued member of our team.
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
• Perform product quality inspections on completed fire alarm control panels and associated equipment after functional testing and before shipment to ensure compliance with customer requirements, approved specifications, and applicable quality standards.
• Ensure the products are meeting all quality and customer requirements and ready for shipment to customers, while nonconforming products are properly identified, segregated, and controlled in accordance with established procedures.
• Verify that completed products conform to engineering documentation, configuration requirements, labelling, and applicable quality standards prior to product release.
• Identify, document, and report product nonconformities, ensuring that all defects are accurately recorded and communicated in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with QA teams to implement quality control processes.
• Assist in developing and implementing quality improvement strategies.
• Keep up-to-date records of inspection results.
• Input of inspection data into our computer system and reporting inspection results.
• Support in problem solving and reporting activities.
• Assisting in the goods receiving inspection.
• Assisting in the calibration of equipment.
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & PERSON SPECIFICATION:
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inspection activities. • High level of care and commitment to quality and product compliance. • Ability to identify defects, deviations, and nonconformities effectively. • Strong documentation and record-keeping skills. • Good analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work systematically and follow established quality procedures. • Strong sense of responsibility and ownership of assigned tasks. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize inspection activities. • Good communication and reporting skills. • Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams. • Commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Electronic knowledge
• Computer literacy
• Willingness to learn.
• Previous experience of working in an electronic manufacturing environment would be an advantage.
KEY LIAISONS:
Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Production, Production Engineering, Materials Control and Purchasing.
OTHER TASKS:
This is not a full and comprehensive list of duties of the job. The holder will be expected to perform other reasonable tasks in the interest of the job and company performance.
Job Specifics
• Working hours: Monday-Thursday: 08:30-17:00, Friday: 08:30-16:00
• 24 days holiday, in addition to bank holidays, increasing with the years of service.
• Employee Assistance Programme (Wisdom)
• Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Metlife)
• Support for Loved Ones during difficult times (Everest)
• 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
https://kentec.pagetiger.com/fuord/1 £28,000-£30,000