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Production Administrator
Location: Westbury, Wiltshire
Package: Basic salary £27,000 – £29,000 (depending on experience) plus bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (Plus additional annual leave purchasing scheme)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Sector: Packaging Manufacturing

Protecting what matters, together
We’re dedicated to protecting what matters most – our people, our customers, our communities and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive and friendly workplace where you can unpack a career that grows.

With history stretching back over 75 years, we offer stability whilst always striving for continual growth. Our fast-paced, results-driven approach will challenge and often stretch you, but it will also give you opportunities for personal and professional development. Every colleague has the chance to directly influence our success, leading to real job satisfaction and achievement, at all stages of your career.

We provide competitive pay and personalised incentives, alongside adaptable benefits to make your rewards package go further. And additionally, the way we work prioritises work-life balance and flexibility, empowering our colleagues to manage what is most important to them. Our business values commitment, diligence, teamwork, adaptability and a thirst for learning… so if this sounds like you, come and join us to help drive change that enables businesses to plan for a better future.

Production Administrator role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Production Administrator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient daily operations of our Westbury manufacturing site. This multi-skilled position demands flexibility, strong organisational skills, and attention to detail to support various departments and maintain high standards of administration.

Production Administrator key responsibilities

To efficiently book in works orders, supporting production scheduling and inventory management processes.
To provide administrative support for packing, maintenance, and health and safety activities within the warehouse and production areas.
To assist in stock control administration, ensuring accurate recording of inventory levels and supporting stock management initiatives.
To assist in health and safety data entry, filing, and documentation, ensuring compliance
To facilitate internal and external communications via telephone and email
To assist in the reporting and documentation of non-conformance issues
To manage administrative tasks related to certifications and production initiatives, ensuring compliance and supporting internal audits.
To record and maintain data related to cost controls and basic key performance indicators (KPIs
To undertake diverse administrative tasks to maintain office efficiency, including data entry, filing, and maintaining office supplies inventory.
To provide essential cover for Production, Planning, Transport, and Procurement roles during planned and unplanned absences, ensuring continuity of operations.

What you will bring
Essential:

Previous experience within a production environment, demonstrating an understanding of manufacturing processes and workflows.
Customer-focused mindset with a positive attitude, able to effectively address queries and concerns.
Proficient in IT skills, particularly in using Microsoft Office applications for data entry, documentation, and communication.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable:

Familiarity with certification and compliance requirements in a manufacturing setting, such as ISO standards and health and safety regulations.
Experience in using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for administrative tasks related to production and inventory management.
Previous exposure to stock control procedures and warehouse management systems, contributing to efficient inventory control.

What you will get in return
We provide a competitive basic starting salary and operate a range of rewarding bonus/incentive schemes. Our flexible employee benefits can include: -

23 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public/bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Free parking at most of our sites
Employee assistance program to support & advise with well-being & any issues
Extensive range of training/development & potential progression opportunities
Employee discount scheme (discounts on several major retail/leisure brands)
Annual paid Volunteering Day
Simply Health/Dental Cover option or BUPA cover for qualifying roles
Enhanced HR policies relating to various employee rights & entitlements
Long service awards (5-40 years)
Charitable giving options
Financial support with eye-tests/purchasing glasses (DSE users only)
O2 Mobile discount scheme (up to 25% off)

Your Future
At Macfarlane Group, you can shape your career with tailored plans and structured training. We offer management and leadership development opportunities through partnerships with accredited bodies like ILM and ISP.

How to Apply
This is an urgent vacancy. We will review applications swiftly, conduct initial interviews via video, and aim for a prompt start date. To apply, click 'apply' and ensure your CV is updated. All applications will be acknowledged, with shortlisted applicants hearing from us within a week or two. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified at the end of the process.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly

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