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FLT / Forklift Driver

JELD-WEN, Inc.

England

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a leading global manufacturer of doors as a Forklift Driver in Penrith! This exciting role offers competitive pay, comprehensive training, and a supportive work environment. With a full-time, permanent contract, you will operate forklifts, manage stock, and contribute to a dynamic team. Enjoy 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and various employee perks, including discounts on products and team-building events. Seize this opportunity to grow your career and make a real impact in a friendly atmosphere. Apply now and unlock your potential with a forward-thinking company!

Benefits

Comprehensive training

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution)

Life insurance (6x salary)

Wellbeing app

Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Staff discounts on products

Annual performance bonus

Employee referral bonus

Team-building events

Qualifications

  • Candidates without a valid licence will be considered, as full training can be provided.
  • Commitment to working safely and reliability is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Operating an FLT in a busy manufacturing environment.
  • General warehousing duties including stock rotation and loading/unloading.

Skills

FLT Operation

Safety Commitment

Reliability

Basic English Communication

Education

Valid Forklift Licence

Job description

Do you want to work for a leading global manufacturer of doors? JELD-WEN Penrith is now looking for Forklift Drivers to join our friendly team!

Candidates without a valid licence will be considered, as full training can be provided.

Why JELD-WEN?

Competitive pay: from £12.50 to £14.43 per hour (£28,432.35 per annum) +£500 joining bonus, with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates.

Immediate start: Begin your new role right away.

3 shift rota: 06:00 to 14:00 – 14:00 to 22:00 – 22:00 to 06:00.

Mon to Fri - enjoy your weekends off!

Your role:

  • Operating an FLT in a busy manufacturing environment.
  • General warehousing duties.
  • Booking in and out of stocks.
  • Stock rotation.
  • Servicing the main factory lines with materials.
  • Loading and unloading of wagons.

What we’re looking for:

  • Commitment to working safely.
  • Reliability and quality consciousness.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams.
  • Basic English communication skills.

What We Offer:

  • Full-time, permanent contract.
  • Comprehensive training from day one with access to internal and external courses.
  • Inclusive work environment.
  • 25 days holiday + 8 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!

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