You’ve heard from a few of our associates on what they like about PGT and why they enjoy working here.
The power of PGT is real, we promise you that. But instead of listening to us, listen to what Jason has to say about PGT.
Today, Jason wanted to share what made him join the PGT team early on.
Give it a quick listen!
June 6, 1944
A day marked in history forever.
On this date 78 years ago, more than 160,000 troops landed along a 50-mile stretch of the French coastline to fight Nazi Germany on the beaches of Normandy. The allied troops were sent to fight Nazi Germany by General Dwight D Eisenhower. More than 5,000 ships and 13,000 aircrafts supported the invasion.
Eisenhower called the operation a crusade in which “we will accept nothing less than full victory.”
Many lives were lost on D-Day all those years ago. More than 9,000 allied soldiers were killed or wounded in the invasion. Their sacrifice wasn’t for nothing, though. More than 100,000 soldiers began the slow, hard trek across Europe to defeat Hitler and his army.
Today, please take a moment to remember and honor those who lost their lives in the largest naval, air and land operation in history. Their sacrifice is not forgotten, and our thoughts and prayers remain with their families.
Thank-you to all of our military.
When it’s National Donut Day, you have to participate, right?
Not that we need an excuse to eat donuts or anything, but when you have one, you might as well capitalize on it.
Why is a day dedicated to donuts worthy of its own blog post? At PGT, things can get a little crazy sometimes. This industry never sleeps which can cause some headaches and situations that pose a challenge every once in awhile (let’s be real, what job doesn’t?).
When we have the opportunity to take a short break and hang out with each other- even if it’s for 5 minutes- we jump at the chance. We are all for having a good time, no matter how long it is…and if you add food to the mix, count us in!
Take a minute and have a donut today- because, why not?
You’ve heard from a few of our associates on what they like about PGT and why they enjoy working here. Today, Sam decided to tell you why working at PGT is the best job he’s ever had.
Today’s video is short and sweet- but you get a quick understanding of what Sam likes about PGT and where he came from.
Give it a quick listen!
No, it isn’t a typo. Sit back and think about that. You could be making $100k in no-time. Not enough? Make it $200k or $300k. You control how much you make! The commission is unlimited- just do the work to get you wherever you want to be!
The
benefits. Our list of benefits continues to grow as we grow. We currently
offer a 401k with a 401k match! We want you to be with us until you retire, so
let us help get you there. We pay a cell phone stipend and paid time off at
time of hire. In addition, we can get you set up with medical, dental and
vision insurance. Not bad for a company less than two years old, right?
The atmosphere. Relaxed. Casual. Fun. Sound good yet? PGT is all of those things and then some. We want everyone to enjoy coming to work. Sure, there are always going to be bad days, but we believe there are more good days than bad here. There are TVs going, music in the background, and often jokes and stories flying back and forth. We enjoy simple things like casual attire, walks around the building, flexibility, and team events outside of the office.
Growth potential. New company = endless opportunities. We have a solid staff that has laid the groundwork for success, now we just need you to help build the foundation of our future. As we grow, so do the opportunities. The potential to move up into various other roles is endless. You can do as much as you want with us and go as far as you want to go. You control your destiny when you work at PGT. How far do you want to go?
Giving back to the communities that have given so much to us is vitally important to all of us at PGT. As a new company, it has always been something we wanted to do. As we continue to grow, we have made it a priority to give back in some capacity.
It may not be the world’s biggest contribution, but as Mother Teresa once said, “Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time and always start with the person nearest to you.”
That’s what we are doing.
This month we had a Putt Challenge in the office (see video for reference). The winner got to keep half the pot and the other half was donated to a local charity.
Who did we choose for this challenge?
With Memorial Day earlier this month, we thought it would be a great idea to support a veteran’s organization. United States Army and Vietnam veteran, Mike Monahan, started Chico’s Promise in honor of his beloved Scout Dog, Chico. While Chico didn’t make it out of Vietnam, Mike has made it his goal to save 50,000 dogs in his memory.
Through Chico’s Promise, both Mike and Chico continue to serve our country in a different way. We are proud to be a small part of his mission by donating $250 to this great organization.
If you’d like to donate to Chico’s Promise (a 501(c)(3) organization), you can do so on their website . No amount is too small! We also encourage you to buy Mike’s book, Chico’s Promise, that tells the story of Chico in his voice. You can do that by clicking here.
Thank-you, Mike & Chico, for your service and sacrifice!
“Chico, my superhero, saved my life, but I couldn’t return the favor. So my mission is to save 50,000 dogs in his memory!”
– Mike Monahan –
Logistics is commonly referred to as a “man’s world.”
We’re here to change that.
There are about 125 million people in the Logistics & Supply Chain industries across the globe. Do you know how many of them are female? LESS THAN FIVE PERCENT!
Depending on who you ask, the number ranges from 2 to 4.5%. That’s crazy when you actually sit and think about it.
PGT is proud to say that almost 20% of our associates are women. That’s a great step, but we don’t think it’s enough. We would love to add more women to our staff- they bring a completely different dynamic and atmosphere.
In an effort to encourage more women to take the leap into the industry, we are going to start a new segment spear headed by Kandra Dauwe- Ladies in Logistics!
Each month we will be introducing one of our LILs (Ladies in Logistics), so you can get to know them, what they are about, and what they are achieving in the logistics world. We will be discussing challenges that women face that most men typically do not have to deal with. We hope to provide a place where women can grow within their field, connect with other ladies and resources, and thrive!
Our LILs may be the minority in the office, but their presence is known. (Girls run the world, right Beyonce?) There is often a stereotype in logistics because it is dominated by men however, the ladies are letting their names be known as well these days. Besides the ladies that we have in our office, we are starting to see a new trend- a lot of our customers have women running their logistics departments! We believe we are turning the corner of what may be one day an equal playing field.
We look forward to bringing you all on this journey with us.
Things continue to evolve at PGT. Some people don’t care for change, but here we love it because without it, we will not grow and achieve our goals!
One of those changes is this post. We will be hearing an update from the president of PGT, Tony Uhrina, every month. Sometimes you’ll have to read it. Sometimes you’ll have to listen to it. But we will always provide it!
So, what’s new? Here’s what Tony had to say.
Exciting things are happening at PGT! We’ve added to our team, had record months, and made big strides in the freight market.
In 2022, we have grown to over 20 associates! We are adding about 2 people every month to our team. We are starting to see teams formed and various departments starting to grow. It’s no secret that hiring is not easy in today’s world, so we pride ourselves on our ability to hire highly qualified, valuable associates to join our incredible team.
On the financial side of the business, we have had 3, yes THREE, record months in a row. For some, that may not seem like that big of a feat, however, in this volatile market, it is very impressive. It just goes to show we have the right people on our team!
We have taken a lot of time this year to distinguish ourselves from our competitors. We’ve always done this, but it became a primary focus when talking to our customers. It is important for them to understand that we stand by the promises we make. We’ve separated ourselves with timely, proactive communication as well as our ability to drive waste and cost out of our customers’ supply chains. We continue to grow North American truckload volume at a rapid pace by delivering our value proposition consistently across our operation.
We have big plans for the future as well. PGT will continue to focus on technology initiatives that will drive efficiency for our associates, customers, and carriers. Flexibility is the name of the game for us. Our ability to adapt and shift has enabled us to thrive in the ever-changing freight market.
I sincerely believe the PGT team, alongside our customers and carriers, are set up for tremendous success. Great people make great things happen!
Kind Regards,
Tony Uhrina
You’ve heard from a few of our associates on what they like about PGT and why they enjoy working here. Today, Kandra and Jenn decided they wanted to tell you their stories together.
The video today is them talking to each other (and you) about how the jump from their previous job to a career with PGT was the best decision for them. They explain what they like about it, and what keeps them coming back for more- even with an hour+ commute every day.
Give it a listen!
We’re hiring and we meant it! We have an immediate opening for a recruiter!
Do you love people and enjoy getting to know them? Do you want to help grow a new company? Do you want to make a lot of money while doing it? If you answered yes to any of those questions, CONTACT US IMMEDIATELY!
In order to grow at a faster rate, we need to find qualified candidates. What better way to do that than hire someone to do the hiring!? You can find the full job description on Indeed, but it’s basically exactly what it sounds like.
Our team is very proud to work here and want you to be as well. This role offers a base salary plus a lucrative incentive program. The incentive package could include bonuses and performance-related rewards. Your success will drive your paycheck- how great is that?
While we know pay is one of the most important parts of taking a leap of faith with a new company, we know that it isn’t the only thing that plays into that decision.
The benefits. Our list of benefits continues to grow as we grow. We currently offer a 401k with a 401k match! We want you to be with us until you retire, so let us help get you there. We pay a cell phone stipend and paid time off at time of hire. In addition, we can get you set up with medical, dental and vision insurance. Not bad for a company less than two years old, right?
The atmosphere. Relaxed. Casual. Fun. Sound good yet? PGT is all of those things and then some. We want everyone to enjoy coming to work. Sure, there are always going to be bad days, but we believe there are more good days than bad here. There are TVs going, music in the background, and often jokes and stories flying back and forth. We enjoy simple things like casual attire, walks around the building, flexibility, and team events outside of the office.
Growth potential. New company = endless opportunities. We have a solid staff that has laid the groundwork for success, now we just need you to help build the foundation of our future. As we grow, so do the opportunities. The potential to move up into various other roles is endless. You can do as much as you want with us and go as far as you want to go. You control your destiny when you work at PGT. How far do you want to go?