Manufacturing Administrator

Belcan; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan in Ulverston is seeking a Manufacturing Administrator on a 6‑month initial contract. The role runs 37 hours per week with a pay rate of 18.40 per hour inside IR35.

The role supports production operations, quality processes, and general manufacturing administration within a fast-paced engineering environment. The position involves preparing materials, maintaining records, assisting with audits, and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience in Manufacturing or Production industry.
• Engineering or Quality Administration background.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to follow procedures and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Administrator will prepare and kit materials and components for production
• Maintain production, quality, and batch records
• Support SAP production orders and manufacturing administration
• Carry out component cleaning and preparation activities
• Perform visual quality inspections (where trained and authorised)
• Pack and prepare completed components for release
• Support stock control and consumable management
• Assist with audits, customer visits, and continuous improvement activities
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the wider manufacturing team

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering or Quality Administration

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Manufacturing Administrator

Location: Ulverston,

Contract Duration: 6 Months Initially
Working Hours: 37 Hours per Week
Pay Rate: 18.40 per hour- Inside IR35
Overtime Rate: 150%
Monday to Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM (9.5 hours per day)
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM (8.5 hours per day)

Are you highly organised with a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy working in a hands‑on manufacturing environment while supporting administration and production activities?

We are currently seeking an Manufacturing Administrator to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an Advanced Manufacturing Centre, supporting production operations, quality processes, and manufacturing administration activities.

About the Role

As an Manufacturing Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations, ensuring materials, documentation, and production records are maintained accurately and efficiently. This is a varied position combining administration, production support, and quality-focused activities within a fast‑paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Administrator will prepare and kit materials and components for production
• Maintain production, quality, and batch records
• Support SAP production orders and manufacturing administration
• Carry out component cleaning and preparation activities
• Perform visual quality inspections (where trained and authorised)
• Pack and prepare completed components for release
• Support stock control and consumable management
• Assist with audits, customer visits, and continuous improvement activities
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the wider manufacturing team

What We're Looking For

• Administration experience in Manufacturing or Production industry.
• Engineering or Quality Administration
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications
• Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Ability to follow procedures and work instructions

Desirable Experience within

• SAP or ERP systems
• Document Control or Production Records Management
• Quality Inspection or Quality Systems
• Manufacturing, Engineering, or Production environments

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative manufacturing environment where you will gain exposure to advanced production processes while playing a key role in supporting operational efficiency, quality, and compliance. You'll work as part of a collaborative team with opportunities to develop your skills in both manufacturing and administration.