Forklift Driver (Training Provided) – Permanent, Full‑Time
Looking for a stable, long‑term role with training and progression ? Whether you already have an FLT licence or want to learn, this could be the opportunity for you.
Welcome to JELD-WEN Penrith – the European flagship for UK door production. Our Penrith plant is entering a new phase of growth and will soon manufacture all high-volume doors for JELD-WEN’s UK customers. This expansion brings new opportunities for the local workforce, supporting skill development, career progression and a stronger future for the community. 13.23 – £16.12 per hour with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates, depending on:
Shift pattern worked Shift Pattern
Monday to Friday, 3 shift rota:
Operating forklifts in a busy manufacturing environment Handling stock bookings, rotations and general warehouse duties Supplying production lines with materials and loading/unloading wagons.
FLT licence preferred, but not essential – full training available for the right candidates Reliability and quality consciousness Basic English communication skills.
Full-time, permanent contract Comprehensive training from day one with access to internal and external courses 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) Pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution) and life insurance (6x salary) Wellbeing app offering Confidential Emotional Support, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, Online Support, and Interactive Digital Tools Salary Sacrifice Scheme : Cycle to work, Health cash plan, buy up to 5 days annual leave Staff discounts on JELD-WEN products (cost + 5%) Annual performance bonus and employee referral bonus Team-building events , such as Fun Family Day.
Seize the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact. For any questions, please contact our Talent Team at: penrithjobs@jeldwen.NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. LI-KS1…