Job Title: Office Administrator Sector: Manufacturing / Production Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00-17:00, Friday 8:00-14:30 Pay: £12.21 per hour (increasing to £12.71 from April 2026) Start: ASAP Overview A well‑established organisation within the manufacturing and film‑technology sector is seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented Office Administrator to join the team on a temporary basis for 12 weeks. There is a strong possibility of a permanent role following successful performance.The position involves coordinating production administration, supporting despatch operations, handling customer communication and maintaining accurate records. This is a hands‑on administrative role that requires accuracy, initiative and strong organisational skills. Key Responsibilities Production & MRP Administration Enter completed production sheets into the internal MRP system with high accuracy. Review production paperwork, correcting any errors where necessary. Update MRP records with revised completion dates from the Production Manager. Generate daily despatch reports through the MRP system. Finished Goods & Despatch Support Monitor completed jobs to ensure goods are dispatched in line with customer requirements. Track aged stock and ensure call‑off dates are met within agreed timeframes. Provide holiday cover for daily despatch duties, including maintaining despatch spreadsheets. Confirm customer account status with Accounts before releasing goods for invoicing. Enter delivery and pallet information into the haulier portal. Customer Communication & Scheduling Notify customers of order delays where necessary. Book deliveries into shared Outlook calendars and manage internal scheduling. Answer incoming telephone calls professionally and handle general enquiries. Order Processing & Office Administration Input customer orders accurately, ensuring correct pricing and capturing any additional charges (delivery, setup, etc.). Complete daily filing and maintain organised administrative documentation. Support the wider team with general office and administrative duties as required. Candidate RequirementsEssential Confident using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word). Professional, confident telephone manner. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively. Reliable, proactive and able to work within a fast‑paced production environment. Desirable Experience within manufacturing, production, logistics or film‑technology environments. Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk