Jobs in Otford

Production Technician

Company Overview:

For over 75 years, WIKA has been a renowned partner and competent specialist for any task in the field of measurement technology. With steadily growing efficiency, innovative technologies are applied when developing new products and system solutions. The reliability of the products and the readiness to face all challenges of the market have been the key factors for WIKA achieving a leading position in the global market.

Within the WIKA Group, currently 11,200 employees are dedicated to maintain and improve technology in pressure, temperature, force and level measurement, and also in the fields of flow measurement, calibration and SF6 gas solutions.

WIKA Instruments in Sevenoaks provide pressure, temperature, level, flow, force and related calibration instruments. Our facility includes an engineering services department with repair, modification and calibration capability as well as incorporating the TC Fluid Control, level manufacturing capability and our ATEX approved electrical temperature manufacturing line. We are now looking for an accounts payable to join our team.

Your activities

* Manufacture and assemble Electrical Temperature products in line with production orders, delivery dates and work instructions

* Assist with repairs and refurbishment of customer returns, producing reports where required

* Calibrate and certify products across the WIKA ETM range to specified accuracy

* Maintain full material traceability and product quality throughout the manufacturing process

* Identify and report component shortages or defective stock to the Production Team Leader

* Ensure all products released for dispatch are defect‑free, clean, and match order requirements

* Maintain clean, tidy and well‑organised work areas

* Work efficiently to support on‑time delivery performance

* Actively contribute to 5S and continuous improvement activities

* Support other departments when required

Your profile

* A practical, hands‑on approach with good attention to detail

* Ability to follow work instructions and quality procedures accurately

* Strong awareness of quality, traceability and cleanliness in a production environment

* Good communication skills and a team‑focused mindset

* Flexible attitude and willingness to support different tasks as workloads change

* Previous experience in manufacturing, assembly, calibration or electro‑mechanical products

* Experience working to quality standards in a regulated or technical environment

* Awareness of 5S or lean manufacturing principles

Production Technician