Production Administrator
Location: Westbury, Wiltshire
Package: Basic salary £27,000 - £29,000 (depending on experience) plus bonus and 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 skill