Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, stated: “Not all rock stars are famous musicians. There are several rock stars right here in the cold chain, promoting workforce development, solving supply chain disruptions, mitigating risks and helping to heal the supply chain. They’re shaping the future of our global cold chains. And they’re doing so in a way that’s both humble and pragmatic. Every year, I’m honored to celebrate these go-getters, and this year is no exception.”
Since 2014, Chambers has made impacts to improve quality, efficiency and workforce at Penske Logistics. In his current role, vice president of operations, he leads 11 distribution centers across the United States, nine of which are food distribution centers. Through his leadership, Penske Logistics was recognized as a 2022 Top Food Chain Supplier by Food Chain Digest.
“Steve is all in, always. His vast expertise makes him an incredible asset to our organization,” said Marc Althen, president, Penske Logistics. “The efforts of collaboration he puts forth, both internally and externally, drive his success. He places priority on people, purpose, excellence and growth. He’s a true leader of the supply chain, and I congratulate him for receiving this honor from Food Logistics magazine.”
Penske Logistics provides innovative food and beverage solutions with fresh, on-time delivery, every time. Among the ways that these solutions are achieved: Via temperature-controlled supply chain; flexible vendor pickups and just-in-time deliveries; sophisticated equipment tracking; a keen understanding of store and vendor requirements; delivery coordination between vendors, distribution centers and stores; distribution center management; and local sourcing of the freshest products. Visit penskelogistics.com to learn more.
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Penske Logistics Director Cristy Sinclair Named Supply Chain Rock Star by Food Logistics Magazine
“Compliance across all areas is one of our top priorities,” said Aaron Henderson, Penske’s vice president of loss prevention and food safety. “As a mover of food product, we have to make sure our associates – from drivers to warehouse workers – are properly trained and educated on our compliance processes.”
“They received training on how to evaluate risks to better protect public health by putting meaningful controls in place,” recounted Aaron Henderson, Penske director of loss prevention. “We have to mandate that employees who handle food products are not sick themselves, and that they follow proper sanitary practices, like hairnets and gloves where appropriate. If products drop on the floor, it is imperative those items are properly disposed of.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is slated to release its final rule under the 
October 31, 2015: The FDA will issue its final rule regarding produce safety, which will require that equipment used to transport covered produce be adequate, Kelly said.
