We're looking for an organised and technically minded New Projects Coordinator to join our client's team in North Herefordshire on a full-time, permanent basis. You'll support the Production teams and help new projects run smoothly from first enquiry to the start of manufacturing, working closely with the Operations Manager, the Quality department and the Managing Director.

What you can expect:

• Salary: £29,000 – £34,000, depending on experience
• 37 hours per week: Monday to Thursday 8am – 5pm (with a 1-hour lunch), Friday 8am – 1pm
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an annual Christmas shutdown
• 10-week probation period
• Location: North Herefordshire
• A varied role with real involvement in new product introductions

What you will be doing:

• Liaising with customers and production teams to review new projects
• Attending customer meetings and exhibitions from time to time to represent the business
• Coordinating with vendors and suppliers for project materials, tools and equipment
• Collating information for RFQs (requests for quotes)
• Creating and updating project BOMs (bills of materials) and SMVs (standard minute values)
• Helping to compile project documents and technical drawings
• Supporting the manufacture of new project samples and prototypes
• Investigating new production techniques, equipment and processes needed for new projects
• Supporting the start of manufacturing so it meets customer expectations
• Assisting the management team on technical matters and giving general administrative support to the production teams
• This is not an exhaustive job description, and additional duties may be required

What we are looking for:

• A degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Healthcare or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience (essential)
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel (essential); Adobe or CAD would be advantageous
• Proven project management experience, or experience supporting or delivering new product introductions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, comfortable working with internal teams and external suppliers
• Strong organisational skills, a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines