Timber Production Operative | Day Shift, Overtime

QS Recruitment Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay 1.5x

Immediate start

Career progression

Permanent after probation

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Timber Production Operative for a permanent role in the LE9 area of Leicestershire. You will handle timber, assist with production and use hand and power tools in a busy factory environment.

The role is outdoors in all weather with a fixed Monday-to-Friday pattern and overtime when needed. Ideal for someone with timber or labouring experience, a strong work ethic, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Previous timber, labouring, construction, production, or manufacturing experience.
• Experience using hand tools and/or power tools.
• Strong work ethic and proactive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks.
• Flexibility to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Reliable attendance and timekeeping.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Experience operating a forklift truck (FLT) would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Handling, moving, and working with timber and other materials.
• Assisting with timber production, assembly, and manufacturing processes.
• Using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Carrying out practical, hands-on duties across the production area.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and ensuring work meets the required specifications.
• Following all health and safety procedures.
• Keeping the work area clean, tidy, and organised.
• Working effectively as part of a team while also showing initiative.
• Being flexible and available for overtime when business needs require it.
• This is a hands-on role that can be physically demanding, so you’ll need to be comfortable with manual work and working in varying weather conditions.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Health & safety

Tools

FLT forklift

Job description

QS Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Timber Production Operative for a permanent role in the LE9 area of Leicestershire. You will handle timber, assist with production and use hand and power tools in a busy factory environment.

The role is outdoors in all weather with a fixed Monday-to-Friday pattern and overtime when needed. Ideal for someone with timber or labouring experience, a strong work ethic, and reliability.