Office Operations Coordinator - Full-Time - Competitive Salary - Based in Worthing

RECRUITMENT HELPLINE; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Worthing is looking for an experienced Office / Operations Coordinator. The role involves managing communications, data entry, and production support. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and familiarity with MRP systems like ProgressPlus. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary of £14.00 - £16.00 per hour depending on experience, along with 22 days of annual leave.

Benefits

22 days annual leave + UK bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Workplace pension

Christmas shutdown period

Qualifications

• Experience in office/admin roles, preferably in engineering or manufacturing.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident multitasker with clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage front-of-house communications and correspondence.
• Coordinate meetings and maintain scheduling.
• Perform accurate data entry and document control.
• Support production by maintaining job data.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Multitasking abilities

Tools

ProgressPlus MRP

Sage

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Office / Operations Coordinator to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: Competitive Salary £14.00 - £16.00 PH, Depending on Experience.

Location: Worthing, West Sussex BN14.

Working Hours: Mon–Thu 8:00–17:00, Fri 8:00–14:00.

Holidays: 22 days + UK bank holidays.

About The Role

Due to continued growth, the company is seeking a highly motivated, hands-on professional to keep their busy office running smoothly and to support production with smart, accurate admin. You’ll be the hub that links customers, suppliers and the shop floor—owning processes, solving problems and keeping everything moving.

Main Responsibilities

• Front-of-house & comms: Manage calls, inboxes, letters and parcels; respond promptly and professionally
• Scheduling & meetings: Coordinate calendars, book meetings, prep packs/notes
• Data & records: Accurate data entry, scanning and document control; keep systems current
• MRP & production support: Maintain job data in ProgressPlus (or similar MRP); create/issue route cards & cutter cards
• Procurement & stock: Obtain prices (steel/tooling), raise purchase orders, receipt stock in Sage, maintain stationery & consumables
• Client accounts: Day-to-day account admin and updates; help ensure smooth order flow
• ISO support: Keep procedures, logs and registers tidy and audit-ready
• People admin: Collate overtime/additional hours forms; check completeness before payroll
• General admin: Anything else needed to keep the office and factory supported

Candidate Requirements

• Confident multitasker who follows through, uses initiative, and communicates clearly
• Accuracy with strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Office/admin experience (engineering/manufacturing helpful)
• Familiarity with MRP (ProgressPlus advantageous) and Sage (POs/receipting)
• Comfortable prioritising in a fast-moving SME; calm under pressure and team-spirited

Company Benefits

• Secure, full-time permanent position
• Salary: Competitive and based on experience
• 22 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown period
• Workplace pension
• Free on-site parking

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.