Production Administrator, Longford

Production Administrator Founded in 1913, Glennon Brothers is a leading timber processing Group operating across Ireland and the UK, with over a century of experience and a strong, well‑established growth story. Today, the Group operates through a portfolio of respected brands including Glennon Brothers, Balcas, DTE, Alexanders Timber Design and, most recently, Pontrilas, reflecting both its scale and strategic expansion.

As a recognised leader within the Green Tech and sustainable construction sectors, the Group is dynamic, innovative and firmly focused on long‑term, responsible growth. Across its brands, Glennon Brothers supplies a wide range of timber products to the Irish and UK markets, serving the construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. The Group also manufactures timber frame homes and engineered roof trusses for the housebuilding sectorand operates several combined heat and power (CHP) and wood pellet manufacturing facilities.

Following the acquisition of Pontrilas in January 2026, the Group has significantly increased its turnover and expanded its workforce to over 1,400 colleagues. This growth has been driven by a strong commitment to its people, a customer‑focused service ethos, and continued investment in advanced technology and operational capability. Glennon Brothers operates a multi‑site footprint across Longford, Fermoy, Enniskillen, Troon, Irvine, Windymains and Invergordon, providing a diverse and collaborative working environment across its Group brands and functions.

Principal Objective Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Administration Assistant is responsible for supporting the

efficient day‑to‑day operation of the timber frame manufacturing facility through accurate production administration, reporting and planning support.

The role plays a key part in ensuring reliable operational data, improving administrative processes and supporting informed decision‑making across the production function

Knowledge&Experience

Previous experience in a production administration, manufacturing, operations support or similar analytical role.

Experience working within a manufacturing, construction or timber frame environment is highly desirable.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (data analysis, reporting, templates and trackers).

Experience managing and analysing large volumes of operational or production data with a high level of accuracy.

Proven ability to develop and improve administrative systems, processes and reporting tools.

Experience supporting production planning, scheduling and material usage reporting.

Strong numerical and analytical capability with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and respond to changing operational demands.

Effective communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams and functions

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and manage production administration systems, records, and reporting processes

Produce timber usage projections and support material planning to improve stock control and minimise waste

Analyse production data and generate weekly and monthly reports for management and operational teams

Support optimisation of materials and production efficiency through data-driven analysis

Develop, improve, and maintain Excel-based templates, trackers, and reporting tools

Assist with scheduling work for production teams to support operational efficiency and delivery targets

Circulate key production data, KPIs, and performance reports to relevant departments on a weekly basis

Monitor production outputs and provide accurate reporting on productivity, efficiency, and material usage

Identify opportunities to improve existing manual administrative processes and implement more efficient systems

Support Plant Manager and production leadership team with operational administration and reporting requirements

Liaise with design, contracts, production, and management teams to ensure smooth flow of information across the business

Ensure all administration is completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with business requirements

Essential Competencies

Accountability&Reliability– Takes ownership of responsibilities, works independently, and follows through on commitments.

Organisation&Attention to Detail– Maintains a high level of accuracy in data, reporting and administrative processes.

Analytical Thinking– Uses data to identify trends, highlight issues and support decision-making.

Planning&Organisation– Manages multiple priorities effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

Proactive Approach– Identifies opportunities to improve processes and takes ownership of implementing solutions.

Communication&Collaboration– Communicates clearly and works effectively with teams across the business.

Problem Solving– Takes a practical, solutions‑focused approach to resolving issues.

Accountability&Reliability– Takes ownership of responsibilities and delivers on commitments.

Commercial Awareness– Understands the impact of data accuracy and reporting on operational performance and cost efficiency.

Key Performance Measures

Accuracy and timeliness of production reporting and administrative processes.

Quality and reliability of operational data and KPI reporting.

Effectiveness of material usage tracking and contribution to waste reduction.

Continuous Improvement in administrative efficiency and reduction of manual processes.

Contribution to production performance through data analysis and planning support.

Effectiveness of cross‑functional communication and data flow across teams.

Key Relationships

Head of Timberframe

Design Manager&Team

Site Contracts Managers

Plant Manager, Shift Managers and Production Supervisors

Contract Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week

Working Week: Monday to Friday

Benefits

Competitive Basic Salary

Pension Scheme

Colleague Savings Scheme

Educational Assistance

EAP

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies show that some candidates are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Glennon Brothers we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’talign perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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