Production Operative
Date: Dec 2, 2025
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 Production Operatives to join our friendly and supportive team!
About us
Welcome to JELD-WEN Penrith – the European flagship for UK 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.
We provide full training and excellent career growth opportunities. Whether you have previous woodworking or manufacturing experience or are looking to start fresh, we’ll support you every step of the way.
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?
1. Great Pay: Start from £13.23/hour, with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates
2. A structured points-based system that rewards effort and growth with advancement to higher pay levels
3. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday schedule with a rotating 3-shift pattern (6-2, 2-10, 10-6)
4. Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience and grow your expertise in a supportive environment.
Your role:
5. Assembly tasks according to specifications and quality standards
6. Operate machinery to produce high-end doors and maintain smooth production flow
7. Conduct basic quality checks to ensure excellence in every product
8. Maintain a clean and organized workspace while adhering to health & safety regulations
9. Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines
10. Provide timely and proactive support.
What we're looking for:
11. Good timekeeping is essential
12. Commitment to workplace safety
13. Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
14. Strong attention to detail and a dedication to quality
15. Positive attitude and willingness to learn
16. Basic English communication skills.
Enjoy outstanding benefits:
17. Permanent, full-time contract
18. Extensive training and access to internal/external courses
19. Inclusive and friendly work culture
20. 33 days holiday (25 days + 8 bank holidays)
21. Pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution) & life insurance (6x salary)
22. Wellbeing support via a dedicated app
23. Salary sacrifice schemes: Cycle to work, health cash plan, and more
24. Staff discounts on JELD-WEN products
25. 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!
For any questions, please contact our Talent Team at:
About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.
JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit or follow .
JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’.
What We Offer
Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages.
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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