Operations Administrator

O A; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing client in Bedfordshire is seeking an Operations Administrator to manage project paperwork, improve quality, and meet deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in Microsoft Office, attention to detail, and be self-motivated. Due to the location, a Driving Licence and access to a car are preferred. This role involves adapting documents, organizing job packs, and supporting various production schedules, contributing to operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook & Word) literate.
• Competent English language skills.
• Ability to follow and adhere to instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Driven, self-motivated, and able to work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Review project paperwork and collate specifications.
• Check Excel files and production drawings.
• Raise packing and packaging lines.
• Manage change requests to minimise costs.
• Prepare full job packs for production.
• Plan and manage the Pantoec schedule.
• Brief internal departments on project requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook & Word) literacy

Competent English language skills

Ability to follow and adhere to instructions

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent attention to detail

Hands-on commitment

Reliable, trustworthy, and polite

Self-motivated and able to work with a team

Job description

Job Overview

An excellent opportunity has now arisen for a driven Operations Administrator to join a fast growing client based in Sandy, Bedfordshire.

Our client is seeking an individual that is driven, self‑motivated and will work with a team. Due to the location, a person with a Driving Licence and access to a car would be desired.

Responsibilities

• Review and query project paperwork, collating specifications, job timings, and packing details for Estimating and Logistics
• Check and query Excel files, production bibles, and specification drawings to improve quality and reduce cost
• Raise packing and packaging lines and supply required data within agreed deadlines
• Manage change requests to minimise impact on cost and lead time, keeping all teams informed
• Prepare and organise full job packs for shop floor production, including labels, SLUs, assemblies, and documentation
• Adapt CODI documents for counting machine efficiency
• Plan and manage the Pantoec schedule
• Commercially assess each project to ensure packing meets agreed specifications, pricing, and timescales
• Brief internal departments on special project requirements
• Maintain awareness of all production schedules and support other projects as required
• Communicate issues immediately with Estimating, Account Management, and Logistics teams
• Provide process, material, and design feedback to improve quality, reduce cost, and increase efficiency

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook & Word) literate
• Competent English language skills
• Ability to follow and adhere to instructions
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Hands‑on commitment to getting the job done
• Reliable, trustworthy and polite
• Driven, self‑motivated, and able to work with a team
• Driving Licence and access to a car (required for the role)