Production Administrator

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Sandiacre; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail solutions provider based in the UK is looking for a Production Administrator to provide essential administrative support within a dynamic production environment. Candidates should have strong Excel skills and the ability to manage multiple demands effectively while demonstrating a positive and proactive attitude. This role offers excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, tailored training, and a generous pension scheme. Join a committed team and make an impact today.

Benefits

Tailored training and development

Generous pension scheme with employer contribution

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Fuel card savings

Employee recognition schemes

33 days’ holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Expedite parts and update plans using ERP/MRP systems.
• Maintain shop floor paperwork and accurate works order bookings.
• Coordinate HR tasks including interviews and training registers.
• Assist with KPI tracking and requisitions.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of Excel

Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems

Good communication skills

Problem solver

Good team worker

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Personable approach

Job description

Job Description

PRODUCTION ADMINISTRATOR

SANDIACRE, NG10 5AN (ONSITE)

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Are you an experienced Administrator looking for your next challenge? Progress Rail Services UK is seeking a motivated Production Administrator to provide vital day‑to‑day administrative support across a variety of production functions. If you’re organised, proactive, and ready to make an impact in a fast‑paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role:

• Comply with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Expedite parts and update plans using ERP/MRP systems.
• Maintain shop floor paperwork and accurate works order bookings.
• Keep records updated in ERP/MRP and manual logs during downtime.
• Coordinate HR tasks (interviews, holidays, training registers).
• Manage internal communications and support HSE briefings.
• Assist with KPI tracking, requisitions, and booking-in.
• Perform general clerical duties and other tasks as required.

The Candidate:

• Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office packages.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Good communication skills.
• Problem solver with the ability to act quickly.
• Good team worker with the ability to prioritise multiple demands.
• Attention to detail.
• Positive attitude.
• Personable and friendly approach.

Benefits:

• Tailored training and development, including company‑funded external qualifications where relevant.
• Generous pension scheme with 7% employer contribution.
• Life assurance at 3.5× your salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support.
• Discounted gym membership – up to 25% off at 4,000+ UK gyms.
• Fuel card savings of 2–3p per litre at 3,500 stations, including BP, Esso and Shell.
• Employee recognition schemes celebrating great work.
• 33 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of bank/public holidays).

About Progress Rail:

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.

Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.

Equal Opportunities:

Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site.

We would politely request no agencies please.