Engineering Administrator
Manchester, M17
Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Client: Confidential – Established Steel Fabrication Company
Overview:
Our client, a long-standing and respected manufacturer, is seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Production Planning Coordinator to join their Manchester-based team. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring smooth coordination between customers and the production team—from order intake through to delivery.
If you're proactive, customer-focused, and looking for a hands-on administrative role within a busy manufacturing setting, this opportunity could be ideal for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Reception & Customer Liaison
Answer incoming calls promptly and professionally
Screen and route calls appropriately, blocking unsolicited inquiries
Record accurate messages and pass key details to relevant departments
Greet and manage visitors professionally, ensuring they sign in
Production Planning & Scheduling
Book flashings and fabrication jobs into the production plan
Generate job packs, production schedules, and Proof of Delivery (POD) documents
Distribute paperwork to Production and Transport teams
Coordinate with management for job timings and confirm with customers
Customer Service & Support
Act as a key point of contact for customer queries throughout the order process
Ensure customer requirements are clearly communicated to the internal team
Maintain professional and helpful communication across departments
Procurement & Ordering
Raise Purchase Orders for office supplies, PPE, and powder coating services
Source competitive pricing for consumables and maintain appropriate stock levels
Ensure all orders are authorised and documented properly
Office Administration & Filing
Keep the office tidy and organised, ensuring stationery is stored correctly
File production paperwork accurately and ensure records are complete
Perform other administrative duties to support the day-to-day operations
Key Requirements:
Previous experience in an administrative, production coordination, or planning role
Strong communication and organisational skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in handling documentation
Able to multitask and manage deadlines in a busy environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Friendly, professional, and customer-service oriented
What’s On Offer:
Salary up to £26,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Monday–Friday working hours (early finish on Fridays)
Supportive and established team environment
Convenient Manchester (M17) location with on-site parking
Stable, long-term opportunity with a highly regarded employer in the steel industry
If you would like to apply for the role of Production Coordinator then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Jade on (phone number removed)
Closing date is 17.08.2025 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications
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