FLT / Forklift Driver

JELD-WEN, Inc.; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading door manufacturing company in Penrith is seeking Forklift Operatives to join their team. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, handling stock, and maintaining production lines. Candidates without a FLT licence can still apply as training is provided. The position offers a supportive work environment, competitive pay starting at £13.26/hour, and a full-time, permanent contract with benefits such as holiday leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employer contribution

Life insurance (6x salary)

Staff discounts on products

Annual performance and referral bonus

Team-building events

Responsibilities

• Operating forklifts in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Handling stock bookings, rotations and general warehouse duties.
• Supplying production lines with materials and loading/unloading wagons.

Skills

Commitment to workplace safety

Good timekeeping

Reliability

Collaborative teamwork

Positive attitude

Basic English communication

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with a global leader in door manufacturing? JELD-WEN Penrith is now hiring Forklift Operatives to join our friendly team!

We offer full training and great career growth opportunities. Be part of a supportive workplace where you can develop new skills and build your future.

Candidates who do not currently hold a valid FLT licence are still encouraged to apply, as full training can be provided.

As of August 2025, JELD-WEN Penrith continues to offer competitive rates of pay, with rates adjusted to reflect current standards:

Early Shift (6am–2pm): £13.23/hour

Why JELD-WEN?

• Great Pay: Start from £13.26/hour, with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates
• Immediate Start: Begin your new career right away
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday schedule with a rotating 3-shift pattern (6-2, 10-6, 2-10).
• Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience and grow your expertise in a supportive environment.

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:

• Commitment to workplace safety
• Good timekeeping is essential
• Reliability and quality consciousness
• Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Basic English communication skills.
• 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 (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.

Apply today and unlock your potential with JELD-WEN!

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.