Workers at the factory were told this week that the company needs make £6m-worth of savings nationally. Although the company will formally consult on its plans, its is understood to have already scheduled the closure for the end of April.
Construction union Ucatt called for the decision to be reversed. Acting regional secretary Rob Morris said: “This decision has been like a body blow to our members. If the factory closes it will have a severe knock-on effect for the local community, where there is already a severe shortage of skilled jobs.”
The factory is involved in the fit out of modular buildings, including many that are built for the National Health Service.
In September 2011 workers at the factory took a pay cut of up to 25% to help keep the factory open.
Mr Morris added: “Ucatt and our members are committed to keeping this factory open. We want to sit down with the company and have a frank discussion to see if there is way to avoid closure.”
Elliott has yet to comment publicly on its moves.
Elliott is part of the Algeco Scotsman group, which is majority owned by venture capital house TDR,
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