Truss Operative

Harlow Bros Ltd; Halstead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

24/7 online GP

10% discount across Harlow Bros.

Employee Assistance Programme

Extras retail discounts & Byond Card

Employee Referral Scheme

In House Training and Recognised Quals

Company Pension Scheme

EOT Company with potential EOT annual

Free On-site Parking

Job summary

Harlow Timber Systems (Eastern) Ltd in Halstead is seeking a dedicated Truss Operative to join our manufacturing team. You will produce high-quality trusses for residential, commercial, and industrial projects, reading paperwork, operating presses, and ensuring precision and structural integrity.

Join a team focused on safety, collaboration, and meeting tight production deadlines. The role offers full-time, permanent employment with on-site work in Halstead and opportunities for skills

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Counter Balance / Side Loader is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assemble trusses according to engineering specifications from production paperwork.
• Operate presses and other equipment used in truss manufacturing.
• Complete daily first use check sheets on equipment and report issues.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines and project requirements.
• Inspect finished trusses to ensure quality standards and specifications.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Health & safety knowledge

Counter Balance/Side Loader

Press operation

Tools

Truss manufacturing equipment

Job description

Location: Harlow Timber Systems (Eastern) Ltd, Halstead, CO9 2SZ

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours of Work: 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Truss Operative to join our team in Harlow Timber Systems (Eastern) Ltd, Halstead, CO9 2SZ. The Truss Operative will be responsible for producing high-quality trusses for residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects. This includes reading production paperwork, operating specialized machinery, and ensuring trusses are manufactured with precision and structural integrity.

What you’ll be doing as a Truss Operative:

• Assembling trusses according to engineering specifications from production paperwork.
• Operating presses and other equipment used in truss manufacturing.
• Completing daily first use check sheets on equipment and reporting issues or malfunctions.
• Collaborating with team members to meet production deadlines and project requirements.
• Inspecting finished trusses to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

Your Skills:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Counter Balance / Side Loader desired but not essential

What We Offer:

• Life assurance cover
• Access to 24/7 online GP
• 10% Discount across Harlow Bros. Branches
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extras retail discounts & Byond Card
• Employee Referral SchemeIn House Training and Recognised Qualifications
• Company Pension Scheme
• EOT Company, with potential EOT annual bonus
• Free On-site Parking

Harlow Timber Group is a leading provider of quality timber products and building materials, committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers. With a rich history and strong presence in the industry, we pride ourselves on our knowledgeable team and our dedication to excellence.

Harlow Timber Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We are also proud to be employee-owned, creating a future built on shared success and strong values.

Our Employee Ownership Trust empowers our people while preserving the principles that have shaped our business.