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.
Location
JELD‑WEN Penrith, CA11
Pay Rates
- Starting pay rate £13.73 ph with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates.
- Pay progression to £14.48 ph following successful completion of 6‑month probationary period.
Shift Pattern
- Early Shift (6am‑2pm): £13.73/hour
- Late Shift (2pm‑10pm): £14.83/hour
- Night Shift (10pm‑6am): £15.59/hour
After completion of 6‑month probationary period:
- Early Shift (6am‑2pm): £14.48/hour
- Late Shift (2pm‑10pm): £15.35/hour
- Night Shift (10pm‑6am): £16.72/hour
About Us
Welcome to JELD‑WEN Penrith – the European flagship for UK door production. This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our capabilities and transform the business.
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.
Your Role
- Operating forklifts in a busy manufacturing environment.
- Handling stock bookings, rotations and general warehouse duties.
- Supplying production lines with materials and loading/unloading wagons.
What We’re Looking For
- FLT licence preferred, but not essential – full training available for the right candidates.
- Commitment to workplace safety.
- Good time‑keeping is essential.
- Reliability and quality consciousness.
- Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Basic English communication skills.
Outstanding Benefits
- Full‑time, permanent contract
- Comprehensive training from day one with access to internal and external courses.
- Inclusive work environment
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
- Pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution) and life insurance (6× 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
JELD‑WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.
JELD‑WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services.
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