Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

Mars; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in Slough is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator to support senior leadership and ensure smooth operations. The ideal candidate will be highly organised with strong communication skills, and have experience in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating events, and handling administrative tasks. A competitive salary and bonus are offered along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to Mars University

Company bonus

Employee discounts and offers

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior leaders or teams ideally within an office operations or manufacturing environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and adapt quickly.
• Confident communicator clear professional and approachable.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries travel and key communications for the Plant Director and leadership team.
• Lead the annual Slough Supply Leadership Team calendar ensuring meetings events and reviews are well planned and executed.
• Coordinate factory visits and events from Associate conferences to VIP tours creating a seamless experience for every visitor.
• Oversee administrative processes including purchase orders expenses and supplier liaison.
• Support engagement initiatives such as the Factory SMART Team Associate recognition and workplace effectiveness projects.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

ISO 9001

Lean Six Sigma

Management Experience

Manufacturing & Controls

5S

Manufacturing Management

Kaizen

Chemistry

Manufacturing

Tools

MS Office

Teams

Ariba

Job description

Job Description :

Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

Location : Slough (Hybrid typically 3 days per week on-site)

Salary : 28000- 34500 Bonus Benefits

Join our journey

At Mars the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today.

As our Manufacturing Operations Coordinator you’ll play a vital role in keeping our Slough operations running smoothly. Supporting the Plant Director and wider leadership team you’ll help drive the efficiency organisation and engagement that powers our factory every day.

What are we looking for

We’re looking for someone who’s highly organised proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. You’ll thrive on helping others succeed and enjoy being at the centre of a collaborative team.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and adapt quickly.

Confident communicator clear professional and approachable.

Experience supporting senior leaders or teams ideally within an office operations or manufacturing environment.

Good knowledge of digital tools (e.g. MS Office Teams or similar).

Experience with procurement or finance systems (e.g. Ariba).

Event planning or coordination experience.

What will be your key responsibilities

Manage diaries travel and key communications for the Plant Director and leadership team.

Lead the annual Slough Supply Leadership Team calendar ensuring meetings events and reviews are well planned and executed.

Coordinate factory visits and events from Associate conferences to VIP tours creating a seamless experience for every visitor.

Oversee administrative processes including purchase orders expenses and supplier liaison.

Support engagement initiatives such as the Factory SMART Team Associate recognition and workplace effectiveness projects.

What can you expect from Mars

Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.

Join a purpose‑driven company where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.

Best‑in‑class learning and development support from day one including access to our in‑house Mars University.

An industry competitive salary and benefits package including a company bonus.

Access Rover Mars UK’s new hub for Rewards Offers Vouchers and Recognition featuring cashback exclusive deals shopping discounts and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues achievements.

Key Skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Continuous Improvement
• ISO 9001
• Lean Six Sigma
• Management Experience
• Manufacturing & Controls
• 5S
• Manufacturing Management
• Kaizen
• Chemistry
• Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 28000 - 34500

Required Experience : IC