Production & Purchasing Administrator - Immediate Start

Role: Production & Purchasing Administrator

Location: Harlow

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 07:00am - 16:00pm, Fridays 7am - 12pm

Salary: £15.77 - £19.23 an hour, weekly pay

Type: Temporary to Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Production & Purchasing Administrator to support the Production Manager for a client based in Harlow. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to production and purchasing processes.

• Assist with purchasing and accounts administration.
• Enter invoices, orders, and related data accurately into company systems.
• Export CSV files from manufacturing software and convert them into Excel spreadsheets for reporting and analysis.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity across systems.
• Support production planning by preparing and updating schedules as required.
• Move jobs around the shop floor to support workflow.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely communication and resolution of queries.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production department.

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, formatting, and reporting).
• Experience in purchasing, accounts, or production support is desirable.
• Comfortable with data entry and system-based work.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including moving materials/jobs on the shop floor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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