Production Line Leader - Warehousing Team
Date: Feb 13, 2026
Location: Penrith, GB, CA11 9EH
Company: Jeld-Wen Inc.
Are you ready to join a global leader in door manufacturing and be part of an exciting growth journey? JELD‑WEN Penrith is hiring a Production Line Leader to join our friendly and supportive Warehousing team!
About us
Welcome to JELD-WEN Penrith – the European flagship for UK production. With the addition of a new manufacturing line and a broader transformation agenda across the business, this is an exciting time to join us.
This role will be focused on setting the standards for production and operational activities. As Lead Operative, you will lead and develop your team, remodel production activities towards world-class performance and make continuous improvement standard practice. You will inspire team members towards hitting their targets.
Location: Penrith CA11
Shifts: Monday to Friday schedule with a rotating 3-shift pattern (6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am)
Great Pay: Start from £14.77/hour, with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates
JELD-WEN Penrith continues to offer competitive rates of pay, with rates adjusted to reflect current standards:
Early Shift (6am–2pm): £14.77/hour
Late Shift (2pm–10pm): £15.66/hour
Night Shift (10pm–6am): £17.06/hour
YOUR ROLE
1. Understand and manage PSQDCI Board daily
2. Communicate with your team the daily results
3. Encourage good practice amongst your team
4. Follow all company policies and procedures
5. Maintaining quality checks
6. Work within the specified budgets covering headcount, overtime, absence and holidays
7. Cover the role of Value Stream Leader in their absence
8. Ensure delivery targets are met and maintained OTIF
9. Work closely with Value Stream Leader and Value Stream Manager to control costs
10. Be available for stock taking and ensure correct recording of stock levels are carried out daily
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
11. We are looking for someone who understands a ‘SAFETY FIRST’ culture and is able to achieve safety and quality standards
12. FLT licence
13. Previous experience of organising, leading and training others
14. Previous experience in a similar environment is desirable however not essential
15. Knowledge of stock control systems would be an advantage
Enjoy outstanding benefits:
16. Permanent, full-time contract
17. Extensive training and access to internal/external courses
18. Inclusive and friendly work culture
19. 33 days holiday (25 days + 8 bank holidays)
20. Pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution) & life insurance (6x salary)
21. Wellbeing support via a dedicated app
22. Salary sacrifice schemes: Cycle to work, health cash plan, and more
23. Staff discounts on JELD-WEN products
24. Annual bonus, referral rewards, and team events like 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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JELD-WEN Europe is a designer, manufacturer and distributor of interior and exterior doors and door sets in wood and steel. It is comprised of 23 manufacturing locations and employs approximately 6,000 people across the UK, France, Central Europe and Northern Europe. Offerings include fire-rated and security solutions under brands such as BOS, DANA, Domoferm, Dooria, HSE, JELD-WEN, Kellpax, Kilsgaard, Swedoor and Zargag.
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