Internship in Distribution Center Management (DCM)

Job Description

Penske Logistics: Internship in Distribution Center Management (DCM)

Ready to launch your career in the dynamic world of supply chain operations? Penske Logistics invites passionate, organized, and team-oriented individuals to apply for our Distribution Center Management (DCM) Internship. This unique opportunity offers hands-on learning in a thriving industry, allowing you to gain practical experience and see firsthand how your contributions streamline operations and keep businesses moving forward.

Major Responsibilities:

• People Management:
  • Communicate specific and measurable performance standards to associates.
  • Monitor attendance, productivity, and other performance markers.
  • Provide constructive counseling and/or recognition to associates as needed.
• Operations Excellence:
  • Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to boost productivity in dispatch and warehouse operations.
  • Provide crucial relief coverage for operational duties during associate time-off or absence.
  • Develop a strong working knowledge of the site’s operating systems to ensure operational compliance and effective exception resolution.
  • Complete all necessary records and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Financial Acumen:
  • Ensure strict compliance with financial policies and procedures, including inventory accuracy and control, returns, and damages.
  • Develop a clear understanding of the relationship between operational decision-making and overall profitability.
• Safety Leadership:
  • Ensure day-to-day management and associate activities are fully aligned with the location’s safety strategy.
  • Provide associates with essential communication, training, feedback, and direction to ensure safe performance.
  • Ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures.
• Growth & Customer Experience:
  • Understand the location-specific customer goals and objectives.
  • Identify areas ripe for Continuous Improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Fleet & Asset Utilization:
  • Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective and efficient use of fleet and warehouse equipment.

Intern Qualifications:

Required:

• Currently pursuing a related business degree.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be entering their junior or senior year of college.
• Ability to commute to the operation daily.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Ability to work in non-climate controlled conditions.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn and effectively use proprietary software.
• Ability to lead a small team.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong ability to execute tasks and plans.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and develop positive working rapport/relationships within the department at all levels.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth; receptive to feedback and developing self-awareness.
• Results-oriented with keen attention to detail.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• “Blue collar” work experience.
• Flexible to rotate through different shifts to gain comprehensive experience.
• 3.0 GPA or higher.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read, communicate verbally and/or in written form.
• Ability to remember and analyze specific information; remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
• May be required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel; and to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Penske Logistics:

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing, and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations spanning North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Details:

• Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain
• Job Family: General Administration
• Address: 770 Tipton Industrial Dr
• Primary Location: US-GA-Lawrenceville
• Employer: Penske Logistics LLC
• Req ID: 2511957