Military Supply Chain and Logistics Trainee - Warehouse

Are you ready to move your career forward?

As a Logistics Trainee, you will be part of a winning team that inspires the next chapter of growth after the military. Penske’s Logistics Trainee Program is our management trainee experience structured program that provides hands‑on training across multiple logistics functions and prepares you for future leadership roles within Penske Logistics.

You will discover opportunities to proactively improve our service promise to customers while being exposed to processes, policies, and procedures, all while working together on shared objectives.

At Penske you will be introduced to top‑tier technologies, collaborative teams, and ways to drive purposeful innovation and continuous improvement across our systems and operations. Things move fast  will too. You’ll be on a fast track to furthering your leadership career, with advancement opportunities upon graduation from the program.

• Transitioning from the military, or recently transitioned from the military in the last 1‑3 years.
• Effectively apply military leadership experience in our fast‑paced, people‑focused business.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.A. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to sponsor individuals for employment visas for these positions.
• Program starts the first of the month and lasts approximately 9‑12 months.
• Can commute to Sacramento, CA daily; open to relocation after completion of the program.

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

Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

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

This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to gain valuable experience to launch their career with Penske. It is ideal for junior to mid‑level non‑commissioned officers, and junior officers. Our comprehensive training program equips you with the skills needed for key tasks such as selection, loading/unloading of trailers, cross‑docking, and customer service operations in a manner consistent with company services and cost objectives.

Through hands‑on experience you will learn to properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of warehouse equipment. You will also have support from our Veteran Business Resource Group, including mentorship and resources. Upon graduation from the program, you’ll be prepared to lead a small group of hourly associates in a distribution center management operation.

• Ensure that 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 established safety and operational procedures.
• Understand the location‑specific customer goals & objectives and work to meet and exceed these expectations daily.
• Effectively resolve issues and monitor day‑to‑day operations for compliance using organizational and time management skills.
• Develop thorough working 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 goods, storage and shipping from a warehouse environment.

• Honorable discharge from the military in the last 1‑3 years.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred – Business, Supply Chain, Data Science/Analytics or related field is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership through school, community, clubs/organizations, or the military.
• Authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship available.
• Internship or related work experience in a customer‑facing role preferred.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to learn and navigate various technology platforms.
• Committed to learning and growing; receptive…