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GMP Recruitment are proud to be partnered with a hugely successful, specialist manufacturer located in Hereford. We are currently recruiting on their behalf for a Production Administrator to join their team on a full-time permanent contract.

This position is 39 hours per week Monday - Friday offering a highly competitive salary which is pending relevant experience, entry into the company bonus scheme, onsite parking, health care cash plan and more! It also benefits from a weekly flexitime policy.

This position will require a candidate who can demonstrate previous Production Administration, as well as skills in processing orders using Bill of Materials (BOMs) and purchasing

The successful Production Administrator will have a background in works order generation and tracking within the manufacturing sector, specifically in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). To be considered you must possess a thorough understanding of production processes, inventory management, BOMs, procurement and quality control measures.

Production Administrator main duties:

· Efficiently generate and process works orders for manufacturing operations using the manufacturing ERP system

· Ensure accurate documentation of works orders, including product details, quantities, deadlines, and any specific customer requirements.

· Regularly update and communicate the status of works orders to relevant stakeholders, such as production & commercial sales directors.

· Identify and resolve any bottlenecks or delays in the works order process to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

· Liaise with production, suppliers & sales team on despatch dates & lead times.

· Collaborate with production team members to create and maintain an efficient production schedule based on works orders, resource availability, and customer demands.

· Despatch projects in accordance with requirements and time scales.

· Arrange transport for goods and liaise with couriers/hauliers/customers regarding delivery/collection.

· Obtain transport quotes for sales team.

· Raise relevant export paperwork such as Certificates of Origin.

· Collate proof of deliveries/proof of export.

· Research and develop relationships with new couriers/hauliers.

· Support changes to the manufacturing ERP system (MIE Trak Pro).

· Purchasing – place purchase orders, chase suppliers, process acknowledgements.

Production Administrator required skills and experience:

· Previous experience in a manufacturing, production coordination and process role

· Thorough understanding of production processes, inventory management, and quality control measures.

· Strong communicator (written and verbal)

· Great attention to detail.

· Excellent management skills.

· Innovative thinker.

· Organised and calm under pressure.

· Friendly, approachable and flexible – a team player.

· Proactive, positive, enthusiastic - demonstrates “can do” attitude.

· Commercially aware.

If the above role sounds perfect for you, or you require more information, please click apply to avoid missing out.

GMP Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency