A vacancy has arisen for a Production Administration Assistant to support our busy operations team. The successful candidate will work in a production office and the role is crucial ensuring the smooth operation of the production office by providing administrative support with a varied range of tasks. The role is based in the West of Newcastle upon Tyne. You will be dealing with orders, customers, suppliers and production office on a daily basis This position requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills and a strong ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. The role • The role is to support the production team with regards daily administrative paperwork • Raising purchase orders • Completing spreadsheets • Daily tracking of externally ordered items and processes • Accurately inputting and updating data in departmental databases and systems. • Acting as a liaison between the production departments and other departments, ensuring effective communication and collaboration • Ensuring all activities comply with industry standards, team policies, and regulatory requirements. • Liaising with Customers and suppliers both over the phone and by e mail • Hours will be working 39 hours per week, overtime is available after 39 hours you What you will need: • Previous experience in a similar manufacturing/production environment is essential • A structured approach to work • Good organisation and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines. • Good written and verbal communications skills • A confident telephone manner • Good IT skills with practical understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly excel • The ability to work with others and support others effectively in a team • To be Inquisitive • Be educated to GCSE level 1 in both Maths and English (or equivalent) Be flexible in relation to overtime This role will be permanent after a probation period