Manufacturing Systems Administrator

Ashby Finance; Preston Capes; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashby Finance, a luxury automotive client near Daventry, seeks a Manufacturing Systems Administrator on a contract-to-permanent basis. You will support MES/ERP systems, manage data, and provide user assistance within a modern manufacturing environment.

Your daily tasks include administering MES/ERP data, performing system updates, and ensuring information accuracy while coordinating with IT, Engineering, and Quality teams. The role follows a day shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing systems (MES/ERP) and data handling.
• Ability to carry out system administration and provide user support.
• Comfort coordinating data flows between MES, ERP and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administration and maintenance of MES.
• Assist with system updates, configuration changes and housekeeping.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing records and documentation.
• Manage documents/data linked to manufacturing systems.
• Coordinate information flow between MES, ERP and other systems.
• Provide first-line support to production personnel and users.
• Log, monitor and triage system-related tickets; escalate when needed.
• Assist with data migration, backups and data integrity checks.
• Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and IT to meet day-to-day needs.
• Monitor systems and flag issues affecting production; assist with improvements.

Skills

MES

ERP platforms

Data management

System administration

User support

Tools

Siemens Opcenter

MES

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Near Daventry

Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 per annum

Contract: Contract to Permanent

Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 7:00am – 12:45pm

Location: Near Daventry

Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 per annum

Contract: Contract to Permanent

Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 7:00am – 12:45pm

Manufacturing Systems Administrator required to join a luxury automotive brand based near Daventry on a contract-to-permanent basis.

Our client is a luxury automotive brand with a global reputation for bespoke restorations. Working with some of the most iconic designs using modern engineering, this company is one of a kind and their attention to detail is second to none. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled manufacturing environment and support the systems and processes behind the production of some of the world’s most distinctive vehicles.

Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a Manufacturing Systems Administrator to join their team. You will support the day-to-day administration and maintenance of manufacturing systems, including MES, helping to ensure production information remains accurate, systems operate effectively and users receive the support they need.

This role would suit someone with experience working with manufacturing systems, production data, MES or ERP platforms who is comfortable carrying out system administration, managing data, supporting users and coordinating system issues.

In return, you will join an inclusive and supportive team with a great attitude and family culture within a modern facility. This position is on a contract-to-permanent basis, working a Day Shift Monday to Friday and offering a competitive salary.

System Administration

Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Systems Administrator:

• Support the day-to-day administration and maintenance of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Assist with system updates, configuration changes and general system housekeeping.
• Maintain accurate system records, documentation and manufacturing information.
• Support the administration of documents and data linked to manufacturing systems.
• Assist with the flow of information between MES, ERP and other relevant business systems.

User Support

• Provide first-line support to manufacturing personnel and system users.
• Assist with system queries, access issues and basic troubleshooting.
• Log, monitor and follow up system-related support tickets.
• Escalate more complex technical issues to software providers, internal teams or external support partners where required.
• Support users with system processes and provide basic guidance or training where required.

Data Management

• Maintain accurate data within manufacturing systems.
• Carry out routine data checks, updates and cleansing to maintain data integrity.
• Support vehicles build book information and other production-related records.
• Assist with data migration, backups and general data administration.
• Ensure manufacturing information is handled accurately and in line with company processes.

Systems & Production Support

• Support the connection and flow of information between manufacturing, inventory, supply chain and quality systems.
• Assist with testing system updates and changes before they are introduced into the live production environment.
• Support the resolution of MES issues and ensure tickets are progressed through to completion.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and IT teams to support day-to-day system requirements.

System Monitoring

• Monitor manufacturing systems and highlight any issues that may affect production.
• Assist with investigating recurring system problems and elevate concerns where necessary.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of manufacturing systems across the production environment.

Continuous Improvement

• Support improvements to manufacturing systems, processes and workflows.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve data accuracy, system usability and administration processes.
• Work with internal teams to support system changes and continuous improvement activity.
• Experience with Siemens Opcenter would be advantageous but is not essential.

Should you be successfully shortlisted, a member of our Team will contact you to discuss the role in more detail. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.