Pon Logistics is a logistics company in Leusden primarily focused on storage, distribution, and transport for the Volkswagen Group. The company is part of Pon Holdings, one of the largest family businesses in the Netherlands. The organization is divided into five departments: Goods Reception, SV (Small & Volume) Picking, ASRS-Work Orders, Expedition, and the Unloading Area. In the Goods Reception department, incoming parts are checked and sorted. They are then stored by the SV (Small & Volume) department. This department consists of two sectors: Small, where medium-sized parts are processed, and Volume, where larger parts are stored. Employees in this department are involved in stocking goods and picking orders. The employees of ASRS-Work Orders focus on collecting small parts. Once all parts are picked, they are forwarded to the Expedition department. This department mainly employs students and has multiple shifts in the afternoon, allowing for flexible staffing. In the Unloading Area, cars arrive by train. Employees drive the vehicles off the train and park them on the premises. Flexibility is expected from employees in this department, as they often find out a day in advance if work is available. In the other departments, employees generally work full-time. The management style within the organization is informal and coaching, with accessible contact between employees and supervisors. The culture on the work floor is both team-oriented and result-oriented, where employees collaborate but can also work independently. The location is easily accessible by both car and public transport and has parking facilities on its own premises. Working hours vary between 06:00 and 21:30, depending on the department. The work pace is generally stable, with peak periods during certain seasons. The work also has a repetitive nature. Within the organization, a positive work attitude and independence where needed are highly valued, combined with a good work pace. Successful employees are social, eager to roll up their sleeves, and possess strong motivation.
