Planning Assistant / Administrator

Planning Assistant / Administrator

Location: Exhall

Type: Temp to Perm

Shift: Day shift

Pay: £14.50 per hour

Agency: Actio Recruitment

Actio Recruitment are working with a precision engineering company in Exhall who are looking to appoint a Planning Assistant / Administrator to support their production and operations teams. This is a temp‑to‑perm role offering long‑term stability and variety for someone who enjoys a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

The Role

You will play a key part in keeping production, materials and logistics running smoothly. Daily responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring production activity and checking progress against planned schedules

• Flagging delays, shortages or potential bottlenecks to the senior team

• Assisting with purchasing tasks and supporting the Buyer with material requirements

• Tracking supplier deliveries and ensuring materials are available when needed

• Helping maintain accurate stock records and supporting goods‑in, goods‑out and internal stock movements

• Coordinating customer shipments, including packing, dispatch and documentation

• Monitoring delivery performance and stock levels

• Ordering consumables such as stationery, PPE and cleaning supplies

• Setting up calendar reminders and supporting general factory administration

• Contributing ideas to improve processes and efficiency

About You

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or production office environment is beneficial

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise

• Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate records

• Good communication skills and a proactive approach

• Reliable, adaptable and keen to learn

Why Apply

• Temp‑to‑perm opportunity with a stable engineering business

• Day shift working pattern

• Varied role with exposure to planning, purchasing and logistics

• £14.50 per hour

If you’re looking for a role that blends administration with hands‑on involvement in production planning and logistics, Actio Recruitment would like to hear from you.

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