RICHARD AUSTIN ALLOYS LIMITED
Forklift Driver & Warehouse Operative
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Forklift Driver & Warehouse Operative - DAY SHIFT
Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.
Salary: £27,500 plus Overtime paid as time and a half + Company Profit Share Scheme
Permanent
DAY SHIFT– 40.5 hours – Monday- Thursday 10am- 7.30pm (1 Hour break) + Friday 10am- 5.30pm ( 1 hour break)
Based – Coventry, West Midlands
Benefits
- Job security
- Quarterly bonuses when company targets are achieved
- Generous company pension scheme (after qualifying period)
- Uniform provided
- Cycle‑to‑work scheme
- On‑site parking
- Overtime available
Join one of the UK’s largest independent metal stockholders
Established in 1981, Richard Austin Alloys Ltd has grown into one of the UK’s largest independent metal stockholders. With a strong reputation for next‑day delivery of Aluminium and Stainless Steel, our success is built on exceptional customer service and a commitment to quality. As our warehouse operation continues to expand, we are now recruiting additional forklift drivers to support our ever‑growing West Midlands site.
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The Role
Responsibilities
Working within a busy warehouse environment, you will play a key part in the safe and efficient picking and packaging of metal products for customers across the country. Responsibilities include:
- Accurate picking with strong attention to detail
- Adhering to safe working practices at all times
- 50/50 FORKLIFT/MANUAL LIFTING - Manual handling of aluminium and stainless steel (physical role)
- Completing daily forklift safety checks and maintaining the truck in good condition
- Supporting general warehouse duties as required
- Carrying out any reasonable tasks assigned by supervisors or managers
- Contributing to smooth warehouse workflow and safe forklift operation
The Person
Requirements
We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals who can work well both independently and as part of a team. Requirements include:
- 1–2 years’ experience driving a counterbalance forklift (gas)
- Up‑to‑date, accredited forklift licence
- Comfortable with physical work
- Good timekeeping and ability to work unsupervised
- Strong communication skills and a positive, flexible attitude
- Previous experience is essential, ideally within a warehouse or similar environment
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Hours & Pay
Permanent, Full‑time Positions Available
- 40.5 HOURS
- Shifts starting at 10am- 7.30pm (1 HOUR LUNCH BREAK) + Friday 10am- 5.30pm ( 1 hour break)
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- 25 days holiday plus all bank holidays
- DAY SHIFT
- SALARY: £27,500
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