Trainee Technical Data Input Clerk

Special Steels Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training in company systems

Opportunity for career development

Supportive team culture

Job summary

A well-established metal processing company in Sheffield is seeking a Trainee Technical Data Input Clerk. The ideal candidate will support technical and operations teams by accurately managing production and specification data. This entry-level role is perfect for individuals interested in engineering or manufacturing, offering full training and clear career progression opportunities within a supportive team environment. Basic IT skills are required, and attention to detail is key.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to work.
• Basic IT skills, including spreadsheets and internal systems.
• Confidence working with numerical and technical information.
• Ability to understand and follow technical documentation.
• Good organisational skills and reliability.
• Interest or background in manufacturing, engineering, or metal processing is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Accurately input and maintain production, specification, and process data.
• Verify data against engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Support production and planning teams with accurate data.
• Assist with basic technical reports and data extraction as required.
• Follow quality, health & safety, and data control procedures at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic IT skills

Working with numerical information

Understanding technical documentation

Organisational skills

Manufacturing/engineering interest

Job description

We are a well-established Sheffield-based company operating in the metal processing sector, supplying precision-processed materials to industrial customers. We are looking for a Trainee Technical Data Input Clerk to support our technical and operations teams by accurately managing production, specification, and process data. This role is ideal for someone with an interest in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial operations who is keen to develop technical knowledge and progress within a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately input and maintain production, specification, and process data within internal systems.
• Verify data against engineering drawings, job cards, and technical documentation.
• Support production and planning teams with accurate and timely data.
• Assist with basic technical reports and data extraction as required.
• Follow quality, health & safety, and data control procedures at all times.

Skills & Experience

• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to work.
• Basic IT skills, including spreadsheets and internal systems.
• Confidence working with numerical and technical information.
• Ability to understand and follow technical documentation.
• Good organisational skills and reliability.
• Interest or background in manufacturing, engineering, or metal processing is desirable but not essential.

What We’re Looking For

• A motivated individual with a willingness to learn.
• Someone comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment.
• Ability to work accurately under time constraints.
• A positive team player with a practical mindset.

Career Progression

This role offers clear opportunities for career progression. With training and experience, the successful candidate may progress into roles within technical support, production planning, quality, or wider operations, depending on performance and interests.

What We Offer

• Full training in company systems and metal processing terminology.
• Opportunity to build long-term technical and industry expertise.
• A vibrant, modern office environment within an operational site.
• Career development within a stable, established business.
• Friendly and supportive team culture.

Salary

Depending on experience.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role to Sue Grayson, Group HR Officer, Special Steel Group, Bacon Lane, Sheffield, S9 3NH Marked Private & Confidential or email [e-mail].