Production Administrator

Select Appointments; Tetford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Production Administrator in Thetford. This role involves managing essential documentation and supporting the production workflow to ensure operational efficiency. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and attention to detail, alongside experience in a production environment. A competitive salary of £29,000 – £33,000 is offered with additional benefits.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Private Pension (after 1 year)

Private Medical insurance (after 1 year)

Mobile phone and laptop

Death in Service (4x Salary)

Qualifications

• Experience in administration within a production or manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Strong ability to follow established processes and procedures.
• Proactive, motivated, and willing to go above and beyond in supporting operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage critical documentation to ensure smooth production workflow.
• Liaise effectively with multiple departments to coordinate processes.
• Maintain accurate schedules and update protocols continually.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to follow processes

Multitasking

Job description

Production Administrator

Location: Thetford
Salary: £29,000 – £33,000, depending on experience.

Our client is on the lookout for an experienced Production Administrator to keep their manufacturing process running seamlessly by overseeing essential paperwork, timelines, and cross-team communication.

What's On Offer

• 33 days hols (including Bank Holdiay)
• Private Pension (after 1 year)
• Private Medical insurance (after 1 year)
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Death in Service (4x Salary)

About the Role

The Senior Production Administrator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the production workflow. You will manage critical documentation, maintain accurate schedules, coordinate with multiple departments, and support the delivery of high-quality products.

This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to keep processes running efficiently day-to-day.

Key Responsibilities

• Print emails and drawings for scheduling within the Design Team.
• Prepare and populate Final Inspection Certificates.
• Issue order paperwork to the shop floor and stores departments.
• Update order and call-off spreadsheets.
• Release and print product labels for required orders.
• Create and maintain job folders within the system, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Manage and store Final Inspection Certificates.
• Update pallet and delivery schedules.
• Liaise effectively with the Contracts Team, Design Team, Production, and Logistics.
• Maintain and update the production schedule with accuracy, ensuring timely communication to relevant teams.
• Provide support and cover for the Production Coordinator and Planning Office Lead.
• Perform other ad hoc administrative tasks as required.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in administration within a production or manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong ability to follow established processes and procedures.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proactive, motivated, and willing to go above and beyond in supporting operations.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to step into a role where you can shape the future of production operations, drive continuous improvement, and make a real impact in a fast-growing business, please APPLY NOW or contact Katie Dobson at Select Recruitment for a confidential discussion.