Supply Chain and Logistics Trainee - Warehouse

Penske Logistics; Macedonia (OH); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401K Plan

Associate Referral Program

Job summary

Penske Logistics is seeking a Logistics Trainee to join their management trainee program with a focus on supply chain careers. This structured program offers hands-on training for future leadership roles and includes skills development in logistics operations.

The candidate will engage in various tasks, including selection and loading of trailers, and fostering a safe work environment. A Bachelor's degree is required, alongside demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to learning.

Benefits include paid time off, insurance coverage, and a competitive hourly rate of $25.00.

Qualifications

• Willingness to relocate based on business needs.
• Demonstrated leadership through various experiences.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Preferred experience in customer-facing roles.
• High commitment to operations and job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure associates are trained and motivated.
• Comply with safety and operational procedures.
• Understand and exceed customer goals.
• Resolve operational issues daily.
• Learn and implement Lean processes.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Leadership

Ability to learn technology platforms

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Data Science/Analytics or related field

Job description

Program Overview

As a Logistics Trainee, you will be part of a winning team that inspires the next chapter of growth. Penske’s Logistics Trainee Program is our management trainee experience built specifically for individuals interested in supply chain careers, logistics operations, and leadership development. This structured program provides hands‑on training across multiple logistics functions and prepares you for future leadership roles within Penske Logistics.

Throughout the program you will discover opportunities to proactively improve our service promise to customers while working together on shared objectives. You’ll be introduced to top‑tier technologies, collaborative teams, and ways to drive purposeful innovation and continuous improvement across our systems and operations.

Eligibility

• You have an undergraduate degree.
• Your leadership track record is evident through class, campus, community, or military experience.
• You are legally authorized to work in the U.S. (Notice: we are unable to sponsor employment visas for these positions).
• You are able to commute to the local city, state daily and are open to relocation after completion of the program.

Each cohort begins on the first of a month and lasts approximately 9–12 months.

Benefits & Compensation

Pay: $25.00 per hour with an average annual salary of $55,000 (including overtime).

• Paid Time Off: Start earning from Day 1.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance: Covered as of the 1st of the month after your hire date.
• 401K Plan: Secure your future—eligible after just 90 days.
• Associate Referral Program: Start referring on Day 1, with generous payouts.

To learn more about our benefits, visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/.

Program Details

This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to gain valuable experience and launch their career with Penske. The comprehensive training equips you with skills needed for key tasks such as selection, loading/unloading of trailers, cross‑docking, and customer‑service operations. You will learn to plan work assignments, manage lean processes, and resolve operational issues.

• Ensure all associates are motivated, engaged, trained, and competent, and understand how their work relates to customer business objectives.
• Foster a safe work environment by complying with and administering safety and operational procedures.
• Understand location‑specific customer goals & objectives and work to exceed these daily.
• Effectively resolve issues and monitor day‑to‑day operations for compliance using organizational and time‑management skills.
• Develop thorough knowledge of the site’s operating systems to ensure compliance and exception resolution.
• Learn the Kaizen methodology and implement Lean processes.
• Analyze and apply basic principles of inventory management, receiving, storing, and shipping goods in a warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to relocate based on business needs or after completion of the program.
• Bachelor’s Degree required—major in Business, Supply Chain, Data Science/Analytics, or related field (a plus).
• Demonstrated leadership through school, community, clubs/organizations, or military.
• Authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship).
• Preferred experience: internship or customer‑facing role.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and navigate various technology platforms.
• Committed to learning and growing; receptive to feedback and self‑awareness.
• High level of commitment to operations and job responsibilities.
• Results‑oriented with strong attention to detail and time‑management skills.
• Builds and develops positive working relationships at all levels.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential.
• Willingness to travel, work the required schedule, and work at the specific location.
• All candidates are required to complete a Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation, and participate in a drug screening.

Physical Requirements

• Read, communicate verbally and/or in written form, remember and analyze information, and understand instructions.
• Occasionally stand, walk, sit, touch, handle, and feel objects; lift and/or move up to 25 lbs (12 kg).
• Vision abilities: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.