Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Administrator - Quality Contracts Dept. c£22k per annum - Oldham Based
Park Cakes is a c£180 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are two sites both based in the North West at Oldham and Bolton.
Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts. We mostly supply Marks & Spencer’s although we also supply other major retailers.
Park Cakes is a profitable business with a clear commercial strategy and strong relationship with its customers through its energy, style and commitment to partner relationships and quality.
Job Vacancy
This is a new role which supports our Quality Control specification / contracts writers. It would suit either a graduate looking for their first role or someone with some work experience, full training will be given.
Example Accountabilities:
- Liaise with NPD/other departments to gather information to assist Quality Contract Technologists in writing quality contracts which detail the specifications for our products and packaging e.g. photos, product codes
- Input data into various excel databases to ensure data is available and up to date e.g. Sap codes, ingredients contained in products
- Photograph products as necessary and manage/update the files of existing images
- Assist in proof reading and checking various documentation
- Diarise and prompt deadlines to ensure information is available on time to prepare product contracts
- Assist in a variety of administrative tasks e.g. filing
Ideal Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Good p.c. skills including email, word and excel
- Excellent organisation and planning skills to ensure deadlines are diarised and met
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate they are comfortable working alone in support of others and managing their own workload
- Confidence and good communication skills are required to liaise with other colleagues and external customers
Working Hours:
- Typical core working hours are 8.30am to 5pm with a 4pm finish on Fridays, although candidates preferences to vary these hours can be accommodated. However flexibility on hours at short notice is required to support business needs either side of core hours.
Package: circa £22,000 plus benefits including Contributory pension scheme, Retailer Discount Scheme etc
To Apply: Please press the ‘Apply’ button, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 28 days. Thank you for your interest in the role.
This role may be of interest to the following: Specifications Writer, Specifications Technologist, Technical Administrator, Technical Assistant, NPD, QA Auditor, FMCG, Manufacturer, NPD Administration, Graduate, Entry Level, Trainee, Food Science, Quality Assistant, Quality Control QC Technician FMCG Food Drinks Beverages Manufacturing Manchester Oldham Bolton Lancashire Warrington Wigan
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £22,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Administrator roles across FDR's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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