The Role
Perform battery reconditioning and quality testing: operate charging equipment, record battery condition and pass/fail data, prep charged kits for shipment, maintain equipment and workspace, support continuous improvement, and follow company policies.
Summary Generated by Built In
Position Summary:
As a Production Specialist, you’ll have an opportunity to participate in a unique operation at Penske. You will be responsible for all aspects of reconditioning batteries to meet Penske’s quality standards. You will become a CBC technology expert through hands-on training and mentorship. Batteries are an essential part to our vehicles exhaust system, and you will be an essential part to our operations. If you are a mechanically inclined, self-motivated, team player and interested in joining this unique operation, join our team!
This position is located at the Penske facility at 2612 Middlebury St, Elkhart, IN 46516.
The schedule will be Monday through Friday tentatively 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
We Offer:
• 1st Shift Operation - No Weekends
• Performance is reviewed annually to determine merit increases.
• Internal training and promotion opportunities to develop skills and increase earnings.
• Eligible for benefits after 60 days (Health, Dental, Vision)
• 401(K) and Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Time
• Uniforms Provided
Major Responsibilities:
• Examine and preform quality tests on Batteries.
• Safely and efficiently operate charging equipment while following proper processes to recondition batteries.
• Data entry for Battery condition, measurements, and pass/fail.
• Kits charged batteries to prep for shipment.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the facility. Ensures that parts are organized and properly stored.
• Maintains equipment to include cleaning and regular maintain upkeep.
• Supports the facility in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establishes and maintains effective team relationships.
• Follows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.
• Preform additional duties as assigned.
QualificationsQualifications:
• 1 – 2 years of manufacturing or industrial experience is preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong computer skills using Microsoft office.
• Working knowledge in the use of hand tools required.
• Ability to operate machinery/equipment properly and efficiently.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment as well as work independently.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to adjust to match workflow fluctuation.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete a Penske employment application, submit to a reference verification (to include past employment and education) are required.
Physical Requirements:
• The physical and mental demands described here 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.
• The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About Us About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Skills Required
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge in the use of hand tools
- Ability to operate machinery/equipment properly and efficiently
- Ability to perform quality tests on batteries and data entry for battery condition
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 lbs (12 kg) occasionally
- A valid driver's license
- Regular, predictable, full attendance
- Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule at the specified location
- 1-2 years of manufacturing or industrial experience
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and equipment upkeep
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and follow company policies
Penske Logistics Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Penske Logistics and has not been reviewed or approved by Penske Logistics.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a 401(k) and, in some driver roles, a 100% company‑funded pension that provides strong long‑term value. These retirement features are described as rare and valuable within certain assignments.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave are part of the standard package, with some roles offering PTO starting on day one. Time‑off provisions are consistently presented alongside core benefits.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage are complemented by telemedicine, mental‑health support, and disability options. FSAs/HSAs and wellness resources contribute to broad healthcare coverage.
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The Company
What We Do
Penske Logistics is a Penske Transportation Solutions company. We provide supply chain management and logistics solutions to leading brands around the world. Penske Logistics delivers value through its design, planning and execution in transportation, warehousing, freight management, and dry-van truckload services. Penske offers customized supply chain and logistics solutions including: Dedicated Contract Carriage; Distribution Center Management; Freight Management; Freight Brokerage; Transportation Management Solutions (TMS); Lead Logistics Provider (LLP), Control Tower and 4PL Solutions. We serve a variety of industries including: automotive; food, beverage, grocery, wine and spirits; cold chain; convenience and drug stores; quick service restaurants (QSRs); retail; big box retailers; building and construction products; CPG; healthcare; industrial manufacturing; consumer appliances and consumer electronics; and many others.
