Production Administrator

Production Administrator Location: Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Salary: Competitive Overview: The Production Administrator provides administrative and operational support to the production team, ensuring manufacturing processes run efficiently, documentation is accurate, and deadlines are met. The role acts as a key link between production, planning, quality, and other departments. Duties: • Provide day-to-day administrative support to the production department • Maintain accurate production records, reports, and databases • Raise and process production paperwork (work orders, schedules, dispatch notes, etc.) • Monitor production schedules and flag delays or issues to supervisors • Coordinate with planning, warehouse, quality, and dispatch teams • Input data into production systems and spreadsheets accurately and on time • Support stock control activities, including raw materials and finished goods records • Assist with compliance documentation (e.g. audits, health & safety, quality standards) • Handle general office duties such as filing, scanning, and email correspondence • Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives • Conduct cyclical stock counts, ensuring a high level of data accuracy in line with operational requirements. Qualifications / Experience: • Previous experience in an administrative role (production/manufacturing environment desirable) • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (essential) • Experience with ERP or production systems (desirable, not essential) • Knowledge of manufacturing or factory operations (advantageous) Key Qualities • Strong organisational and time management skills • High attention to detail and accuracy • Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment • Problem-solving mindset • Ability to work independently and as part of a team Working Conditions • Office based in Production area with regular interaction with the production floor • Monday-Friday with potential 12:00pm-12:00am Shifts To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.