Project / Production Coordinator

i4 Jobs; Tetford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Project / Production Coordinator in Thetford. The candidate will manage multiple projects, ensure stock control, and require 3+ years' experience in a similar role, ideally in the automotive sector. Proficiency in Excel and MRP systems is essential. This role offers an engaging work environment with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in production planning or coordinating role.
• Proficiency in Excel including formulas and VLookup.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple projects through to completion.
• Plan, control, and schedule production activities.
• Collaborate with departmental heads for stock control.

Skills

Production scheduling

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Education

A Level or equivalent

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Project / Production Coordinator, Thetford

Client: i4 Jobs

Location: Thetford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 649003a90a69

Job Views: 55

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Description

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Project / Production Coordinator with a range of skills to join their growing team in Thetford. The position offers a competitive salary.

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will coordinate multiple projects through to completion, utilizing available resources both internally and externally. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and controlling activities along the production process, scheduling production of components, and ensuring customer and internal requirements are met.

• Collaborate with departmental heads within the production office to ensure effective stock control for production and delivery requirements.
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials (B.O.M.s) for traceability of components and successful project completion.
• Monitor raw material availability and coordinate with suppliers to ensure uninterrupted supply.
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors for external purchasing within budget.
• Organize and monitor production schedules for timely project completion.
• Participate in production meetings, reporting on deficiencies and actions.
• Support and adhere to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to the quality management system (TS 16949).
• Maintain knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure safe work practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar production planning or coordinating role, preferably in the automotive sector.
• Education to ‘A’ Level or equivalent.

Key Requirements:

• Experience as a production or manufacturing planner in a complex environment.
• Proficiency in production scheduling.
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, VLookup, data manipulation).
• Experience with MRP systems.
• Ability to produce KPI reports on key targets.
• Ability to work efficiently at pace, multitask, and prioritize workloads.
• Strong communication skills, both face-to-face and via phone/email.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Work environment includes 75% office-based work, with travel to supplier offices, facilities, and production locations. May involve exposure to machinery, moving equipment, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes, and temperature variations typical of manufacturing environments.