Production Administartor

Recruit4staff (Wrexham) Ltd; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave + bank holidays

Birthday off

Company pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Recruit4staff are representing an established specialist equipment rental and manufacturing business in their search for a Production Administrator to work in Ellesmere Port.

As part of the Operations team, you will manage production orders, invoices, sourcing and coordinating deliveries, and maintain accurate records using ERP systems and Excel, while supporting ISO processes and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Administrator or in a similar administrative role within manufacturing or engineering
• Good IT skills with experience using digital records and operational data
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks accurately and efficiently
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Understanding of operational processes and aptitude for working with technology

Responsibilities

• Raising and allocating production orders and work orders accurately using the ERP system
• Processing timesheets, job sheets, purchase orders and invoices
• Maintaining accurate stock records and incoming and outgoing delivery lists
• Coordinating deliveries with customers and external haulage providers
• Producing weekly and monthly operational reports using ERP systems and Excel
• Supporting the Depot Manager with administrative and planning activities
• Following up with production teams to obtain outstanding paperwork and updates
• Assisting with service and breakdown administration, including contractor coordination and arranging site visits
• Supporting ISO audits and preparing relevant documentation
• Handling telephone enquiries professionally and directing information to relevant colleagues

Skills

Production admin

IT skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Degree-level education

NVQ in business administration or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Recruit4staff are representing an established specialist equipment rental & manufacturing business in their search for a Production Administrator to work in Ellesmere Port.

Hours of Work

• Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm
• Wednesday 7:00am–4:30pm
• Friday 8:00am–2:30pm

Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, paid day off on your birthday, company pension, Christmas savings scheme and cycle-to-work scheme

Job Role

As a Production Administrator, you will support the Operations department with the day-to-day administration of production orders, work orders, purchase orders, transport arrangements and invoicing. Working closely with the Depot Manager, production teams, suppliers and customers, you will ensure accurate processing of information and smooth coordination of operational activities.

Responsibilities

• Raising and allocating production orders and work orders accurately using the ERP system
• Processing timesheets, job sheets, purchase orders and invoices
• Maintaining accurate stock records and incoming and outgoing delivery lists
• Coordinating deliveries with customers and external haulage providers
• Producing weekly and monthly operational reports using ERP systems and Excel
• Supporting the Depot Manager with administrative and planning activities
• Following up with production teams to obtain outstanding paperwork and updates
• Assisting with service and breakdown administration, including contractor coordination and arranging site visits
• Supporting ISO audits and preparing relevant documentation
• Handling telephone enquiries professionally and directing information to relevant colleagues

Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Administrator or in a similar administrative role within manufacturing, engineering or steel fabrication
• Good IT skills, including experience working with digital records and operational data
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks accurately and efficiently
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• An understanding of operational processes and an aptitude for working with technology

Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Degree-level education or equivalent knowledge and experience, preferably in an administrative or technical discipline
• NVQ qualifications or equivalent in business administration or business operations
• Previous experience in operational support or production coordination
• Experience supporting transport arrangements, stock control or purchasing activities
• Familiarity with ISO audit processes and associated documentation
• Previous experience as a Production Administrator within a busy operational environment would be particularly beneficial

Additional Information

• Office-based position in Ellesmere Port
• Opportunity to support a busy operations team providing temperature-control equipment and solutions

Commutable From: Ellesmere Port, Bromborough, Birkenhead, Deeside, Chester, Liverpool, Wrexham and surrounding areas of North Wales.

Similar Job Titles: Production Coordinator, Manufacturing Administrator, Production Administrator, Operations Administrator, Production Support Administrator.

This Production Administrator opportunity offers the chance to develop your operational administration experience within an established specialist rental business.