FLT Driver
| Posting date: | 07 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.23 to £15.28 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 November 2025 |
| Location: | Penrith, Cumbria |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JELD-WEN UK LIMITED |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | FLT Penrith |
Summary
FLT Driver
Penrith, CA11
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
Late Shift (2pm–10pm): £14.02/hour
Night Shift (10pm–6am): £15.28/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, 2-10, 10-6).
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.
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 (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!
Seize the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact. Join our dynamic team at JELD-WEN Penrith and embark on your journey to becoming a production pro.
Apply now and unlock your potential with JELD-WEN!
For any questions, please contact Karolina Bojan from the Talent Team at: penrithjobs@jeldwen.com
Penrith, CA11
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
Late Shift (2pm–10pm): £14.02/hour
Night Shift (10pm–6am): £15.28/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, 2-10, 10-6).
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.
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 (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!
Seize the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact. Join our dynamic team at JELD-WEN Penrith and embark on your journey to becoming a production pro.
Apply now and unlock your potential with JELD-WEN!
For any questions, please contact Karolina Bojan from the Talent Team at: penrithjobs@jeldwen.com