Materials Handler (Machining)

Gi Group; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Gi Group in Ruislip, London, is seeking a Materials Handler (Machining) to support the shop floor. You will unload and deliver materials to machining centres, move WIP and finished parts, and keep material flow steady to meet schedules.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm. Pay is £13.50 per hour, with emphasis on safety, tidy work areas, and teamwork.

Permanent position with potential for full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in materials handling / shop floor logistics.
• Forklift licence preferred (Counterbalance and/or Reach).
• Good English reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials, blanks, and semi-finished parts to machining centres as scheduled.
• Move finished and WIP parts to next operation, inspection, or storage area.
• Track material flow to prevent bottlenecks or shortages.
• Replenish consumables and maintain clean, organised work areas.

Skills

Materials handling

Job description

Materials Handler (Machining)

Location: Ruislip, London

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Key Responsibilities for Materials Handler

• Deliver raw materials, blanks, and semi-finished parts to machining centres in line with the schedule.
• Remove finished and WIP parts and deliver them to the next operation, inspection, or storage area.
• Track and manage material flow to prevent bottlenecks or shortages.
• Replenish consumables (e.g., cutting fluids, sandpaper, gloves, inserts, rags, etc.).
• Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked work areas for machinists.
• Ensure shadow boards, storage racks, and tool carts are correctly organised.
• Remove debris, empty chip bins, and keep aisles clear of obstructions.
• Provide cover across Warehouse and Yard roles when required (including loading/unloading delivery trucks and walking to Unit 7 and Unit 5 to support site operations as needed).
• Assist with scheduled stocktakes throughout the year, supporting counting and recording across all Logistics areas (not just Apex House).
• Support correct loading and securing procedures: assist the Yard Operative when needed to ensure safe loading, and ensure drivers check and strap loads before departure.

Requirements for Materials Handler

• Previous experience in a similar materials handling / shop floor logistics role.
• Forklift licence preferred (Counterbalance and/or Reach).
• Good English reading and writing skills.

Expected Outcomes / KPI's

• Improved tidiness and efficiency across the machine shop.
• Strong integration and teamwork across the Logistics Department.
• Consistent wearing of company-issued PPE at all times (including safety glasses and safety boots) in manufacturing and warehouse areas.
• Permanent position with potential full-time contract being offered.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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