Timber Frame Production Operative
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Job Title Timber Frame Production Operative
Reporting to Production Supervisor
Location Head Office – Players Industrial Estate, Clydach
Role Purpose To safely and efficiently manufacture high‑quality timber frame panels in line with production drawings, company quality standards, ISO/STA requirements, and all relevant Health & Safety procedures.
Hourly Rate £13.00
Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Receive timber delivered to workstations via forklift or pump truck, maintaining clear pedestrian walkways.
• Select correct panel drawings and ensure timber grades, dimensions, and specifications match requirements.
• Mark out, assemble, and nail rails, studs, cripple studs, JBS/JFS components, ensuring measurements are within tolerance.
• Square, secure, and prepare panels on benches, ensuring no movement and maintaining accuracy.
• Apply OSB/Fermacell sheathing and follow all nailing schedules using guides; ensure nail depth tolerance.
• Apply any membranes specified by design, ensuring correct overhangs. • Staple black strapping for stud locations, fold laps, and prepare panels for stacking.
• Clearly mark plot & panel numbers, floor and panel weights, and any relevant identifiers.
• Fit panel feet, and stack panels safely in the designated area. Wrap any packs that require wrapping. · Report low stock levels to production manager
• Complete all relevant production and quality check sheets in full. • Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe workstation; dispose of waste correctly.
• Report tool, equipment, or machinery damage immediately.
• Wear required PPE at all times and follow all Health & Safety rules.
• Undertake only trained tasks; request additional training where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and processes.
• Carry out any additional reasonable tasks required to support production operations
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
• Good practical skills and ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and measurements accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures within a manufacturing environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work to production targets and deadlines.
• Willingness to undertake training and develop skills.
Desirable
• Previous experience in timber frame manufacturing, carpentry, construction, or a similar production environment.
• Experience using nail guns, saws, and woodworking machinery.
• Knowledge of timber frame systems and STA standards.
• Forklift Truck (FLT) licence or experience.
• CSCS card.
• Ability to speak Welsh.
• Full UK driving licence.
Hours of Work
40 hours per week (flexibility may be required based on production demands).
Quality & Performance Expectations
• Consistently deliver high‑quality panels in line with ISO/STA standards.
• Identify and communicate training needs.
• Suggest improvements to production techniques, efficiency, and quality.
• Actively support a culture of continuous improvement.
Health & Safety responsibilities
• Comply with all PPE requirements and safe systems of work.
• Ensure all tasks are carried out safely and hazards are reported immediately.
• Promote safe working practices and challenge unsafe behaviour.
• Follow all company risk assessments, procedures, and training guidelines.