Employment Type
Full Time
Application Start Date
19-10-2026
Application End Date
02-11-2026
Work Style
On-site
Manufacturing other marine MFG and services
Category
Admin and support
Experience
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Education
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Description
Chemring Countermeasures is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of advanced countermeasure solutions, protecting armed forces around the globe. As part of the Chemring Group, we combine the agility and innovation of a specialist manufacturer with the strength, stability, and opportunities of an international organisation.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Coordinator to join our Operations team. This role is ideal for a highly organised and proactive individual who enjoys working closely with production teams, ensuring compliance, supporting operational excellence, and driving continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Overview of the role
As a Production Coordinator, you will play a critical role in supporting the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of manufacturing operations. Working closely with Manufacturing Cell Leaders (MCLs), Production, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain teams, you will ensure production activities are fully prepared, documented, and supported before operations begin.
You will be responsible for coordinating production documentation, maintaining compliance standards, supporting audits and improvement initiatives, monitoring operational performance, and providing key administrative and operational support to manufacturing teams. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement across the business.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and support the delivery of daily production plans to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
- Prepare, collate, and maintain production documentation, ensuring accurate data entry into ERP and business systems.
- Maintain document control systems, ensuring work instructions, risk assessments, and controlled documents remain current and compliant.
- Assist Manufacturing Cell Leaders with workforce planning, competency tracking, and shift readiness activities.
- Coordinate and verify production start-up documentation, including SARTOs, humidity sheets, start-up checks, and associated records.
- Support internal and external audits through the preparation, review, and submission of production documentation and associated evidence.
- Conduct Gemba Walks, line-side assessments, and risk assessment reviews to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, and operational performance.
- Raise, investigate, and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), scrap notes, and corrective actions to support manufacturing stability and continuous improvement.
- Compile and communicate operational KPI data, production dashboards, WIP reporting, building audits, and shift reports.
- Liaise with Production, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to resolve operational issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working within a manufacturing or operational environment.
- Knowledge of safety inspection procedures.
- Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and departments.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling documentation and data.
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability and willingness to wear full PPE within a manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to learn new manufacturing processes and systems.
Desirable Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience
- Experience of Lean Manufacturing techniques.
- Experience supervising or coordinating operational activities.
- Understanding of production KPI reporting and operational scorecards.
- Knowledge of shift reporting processes.
- Experience using ERP systems and manufacturing databases.
- Experience supporting audits and compliance activities.
- Understanding of document control processes within a regulated environment.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
Please note: We do not engage with recruitment agencies. We kindly ask that you refrain from sending speculative inquiries or CVs. Should we wish to collaborate with agencies, we will initiate contact accordingly.
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Production Coordinator in Salisbury employer: Chemring Countermeasures
At Chemring Countermeasures, we pride ourselves on being a world leader in innovation within the defence sector, offering our employees a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through mentorship opportunities and a culture that encourages continuous improvement, all while providing a competitive salary and a flexible 4.5-day work week. Join us in a location that not only supports your professional aspirations but also contributes to global security solutions.
