30/10/2025
Progress Engineering Limited are looking to recruit a full time Office / Technical Administrator. Part time will be concidered for the right appplicant.
Please contact 01208 261214 for details of how to apply.
Location: Bodmin, Cornwall (Unit G, 36 Normandy Way, Walker Lines Industrial Estate)
Remuneration: 25-30K Depending on experience and knowledge
Company Overview:
Progress Engineering provides bespoke engineering services combining machining, fabrication and finishing in a 20,000 sq. ft. facility We’re proud of our ISO 9001:2015 accreditation and our ability to handle projects in sectors such as Food and Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Marine/Offshore & Renewables.
Purpose of Role:
Support the sales, technical, administrative and coordination functions; which required to keep our operations efficient, compliant and responsive. You’ll work closely with shop floor, engineering, quality and management teams.
Person Spec. You will need to be:
• Pro-active, diligent, driven and an effective communicator
• Able to efficiently prioritise tasks.
• Comfortable learning and implementing new skills.
• Be able to work as part of a team.
• Be comfortable using PC’s and general office software.
• Exposure to an engineering/manufacturing environment would be useful but not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
• Act as first point of contact for internal teams (machining, fabrication, finishing & assembly) and external stakeholders
(customers & suppliers) for technical/administrative queries.
• Assist in preparing quotations or responses to technical enquiries: collate data, input into templates, liaise with management/engineering.
• Help with maintaining our factory management system ensuring data integrity.
• Generate and produce periodic reports.
• General office duties: answer phone/email, schedule meetings, order supplies, update job cards, maintain shard drives/folders, invoicing etc.
• Manage documentation: drawings, revision controls, job cards
• Ad hoc tasks as required
Skills & Experience:
• Strong organisational skills; able to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, meet deadlines.
• Good attention to detail—especially when dealing with technical drawings, customer requests and quotes.
• Proficient in MS Office, Access and Excel and ideally experience with CRM.
• Good written and verbal communication skills—able to liaise with managers, engineers, fabricators, suppliers and clients.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing/engineering environment. Understanding of the terminology and workflows is a plus.
• Previous experience in a technical/administrative role in manufacturing would be beneficial.
Desirable:
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality systems and document control.
• Basic understanding of engineering manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, finishing) and associated certifications.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings or drawings review.
• Experience in preparing quotes or technical correspondence.
Working Patterns & Environment:
• Based at Bodmin, Cornwall. On-site presence required and own transport essential as public transport is not an option.
• Manufacturing environment: some noise, heavy equipment, so adherence to health & safety is essential.
• Office space adjacent to production zone; liaising across departments.
• Full-time role: Monday to Friday, 7am to 4:15pm and 7am to 12:15pm Friday.
What We Offer:
• A chance to join a team and a company who look after each other; with a genuine growth plan, evolving services and a strong reputation for reliability and customer service.
• Exposure to a wide range of manufacturing techniques and industries.
• Being part of a team that values record-keeping, traceability, and high standard
