Quality Administrator | WIP Planner

Adecco; Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a WIP & Quality Administrator to join their dynamic team in Watford. This role offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between customers and production, ensuring high standards in a niche sector. You will manage client expectations, track work-in-progress using systems like Sage and Excel, and support quality assurance activities. With a focus on training and development, this position is perfect for those eager to grow in a high-value industry. If you thrive in structured environments and enjoy working with top-tier clients, this role could be your ideal match.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Private healthcare

Pension

Free parking

Casual dress

Qualifications

• Detail-focused individual with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in admin or quality roles is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key contact for clients, managing orders and resolving queries.
• Support quality control by logging defects and coordinating with QA.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Adaptability

Client Management

Education

Previous Admin Experience

Quality Control Experience

Tools

Sage

Excel

Internal Databases

Job description

Step Into a Unique Career in Aerospace & Luxury Finishing!

WIP & Quality Administrator - Watford
Salary: 25,897 - 30,945 per annum ( 13.46 - 16.04/hr)
Hours: 37 hrs/week Mon-Thu 8:00-16:30 Fri 8:00-13:00
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent (12-week probation)
Perks: 28 days holiday, private healthcare, pension, free parking, casual dress

Join a Specialist Manufacturer at the Cutting Edge of Precision Finishing

We're representing a highly respected manufacturer known for delivering premium finishing solutions to clients across aerospace, automotive, luxury interiors, and more. With a long-standing reputation for craftsmanship and innovation, they offer a rare opportunity to develop your career in a niche but growing industry. You'll be joining a supportive team that values training, development, and attention to detail.

The Role - Your Day-to-Day

In this varied and dynamic position, you'll be the bridge between customers, production, and quality assurance-helping to ensure high standards and smooth operations.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Acting as a key contact for high-end clients-providing updates, resolving queries, and managing orders
• Using systems such as Sage, Excel, and internal databases to track and record work-in-progress
• Supporting quality control by logging and investigating defects, raising rework orders, and coordinating with the QA team
• Attending daily production meetings and relaying updates to clients
• Coordinating with courier services and preparing delivery documentation
• Helping maintain compliance with industry standards including ISO and aerospace regulations
• Supporting with compliance activities like audits, H&S monitoring, and reporting

About You - What We're Looking For:

• Organised, detail-focused, and eager to learn
• Confident communicator who can manage client expectations professionally
• Skilled with MS Office and comfortable using digital systems
• Able to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Previous admin or quality experience is helpful but not essential-training is provided!
• Reliable, adaptable, and a team player with a positive mindset

Why Apply?

This is your chance to break into a high-value industry with specialist training and real long-term potential. If you enjoy structured environments, high standards, and working with top-tier clients-this could be the perfect fit.

Interested?
Apply now or reach out for a quick chat to learn more about the role and how we can support your application.