Paper Transport, Inc. Expands Internship Program

April 18, 2019 by Carla Lee

PTI Offers Internship Options for Local College Students

Paper Transport, Inc.’s 2019 Interns.

De Pere, Wis. (April 18, 2019) – De Pere-based employer and for-hire truckload carrier, Paper Transport, Inc. (PTI), is proud to announce the formal expansion of its internship program.

The main reason for the expansion is to showcase career opportunities available in the transportation industry to area college students.

“We’ve had interns from time to time for many years,” stated Lynsey Muellenbach, PTI human resources Manager in charge of the program. “The difference going forward is the program’s structure and variety of opportunities we’re offering. Interns can gain experience in operations, recruiting, IT, and accounting. Plus, we’re planning to keep expanding the program to different segments of the business.”

Enrolled in area schools like UW-Green Bay, St. Norbert College, and NWTC, most interns will work at PTI for four months with the potential to stay with the company longer. PTI’s current interns attend UW-Green Bay and are Marianna Sadownikow, Driver Recruiting; Brianna Westenberger, Operations; Dylon Pokorny, Operations; Ma Xiong, IT; and Alan Burkart, Operations.

“I think it’s extremely important for college students to participate in an internship because it gives them hands on experience,” said Marianna Sadownikow. She is a sophomore, majoring in business administration with an emphasis in human resources. “I never would’ve thought that working in a recruiting department would teach me as much as it has. I’m able to come into work and get pushed outside of my comfort zone. It’s an experience I cannot get by sitting in a classroom.”

Founded 29 years ago in Green Bay, Wis., PTI is listed in the Commercial Carrier Journal’s Top 150 Carriers, as a for-hire, dry-van trucking company, competing with over 500,000 trucking companies in the U.S. The company focuses on regional truckload, dedicated truckload, and intermodal services with multiple locations throughout the Midwest, Southeast and Southern U.S. Currently, PTI has over 1,000 employees.

The PTI team can be reached at 920-617-5412, info@papertransport.com, or www.papertransport.com.

PTI Summer BBQ Recruiting Bash in Albany, GA

April 15, 2019 by Carla Lee

Inviting All Class A CDL Truck Drivers in Albany, GA

All Class A CDL Truck Drivers are invited to attend the upcoming Summer Recruiting BBQ Bash, which will be held at the PTI Office located at 1404 Brickline Court in Albany, GA. (Easy in and out parking)

The BBQ Bash begins on Sunday, May 5th from 2 to 7 pm and finishes up on Monday, May 6th from 10 am to 7 pm. There will be recruiters on hand to answer any questions about how to become a driver with us and can even help potential drivers apply.

Stop by for some food, prizes (including a drawing for a $500 gift card) and fun plenty of fun! For more information on the event and driving options in the Albany, GA area, please visit DrivePTI.com/Albany or call 1-855-784-5627.

A Few Key Tax Tips for Owner Operators

April 10, 2019 by Carla Lee

The Tax Filing Deadline is Approaching

With the deadline to file taxes coming up quickly on April 15, 2019, here are some key tax tips to keep in mind if you’re an owner operator in the trucking industry.

Get Organized – Before you start thinking about doing your taxes, you need to get organized and it’s critical if you want to make the process an easy one. Make sure you have a filing system in place of all your important documents (from receipts to invoices, W9’s, and other tax records) so you don’t have to scramble to find everything come tax time.
Know What You Can And Cannot Write-Off – As an owner operator, there are certain purchases that you make that can be classified as business expenses. Be mindful of which ones you can declare a business expense and those that you can’t. For more information about deducting business expenses, visit the IRS website.
Ask for help if you need it – If you’re having trouble doing your taxes, it never hurts to ask for help. You can reach out to other owner operators or take things a step further and make an appointment with a tax professional. See if the company you’re leasing on with has a financial counseling program or ask for a recommendation. If you’re a PTI Owner Operator, please reach out to your driver manager or email humanresources@papertransport.com for more information.

PTI Owner Operator Jay Brockway.

“Your taxes and wages are going to be a big change as an owner operator. Be sure to find a reputable accountant that deals with small businesses and trucking. Having someone with this knowledge to guide you and your business is crucial.” – Jay Brockway, PTI Owner Operator based in De Pere, WI talks about the importance of getting tax help.

Next year, make a commitment to do your taxes earlier rather than right before the tax deadline to avoid pressure to get them done and avoid getting stressed out. One main thing to remember is that these are only a few key tax tips to keep in mind as a truck business owner. Do your research online or reach out to a tax professional for help until you get a good grasp of doing your taxes on your own.

Paper Transport, Inc. Earns Two Awards from The Procter & Gamble Company

March 28, 2019 by Carla Lee

Wisconsin-Based Trucking Company Earns Two Awards from The Procter & Gamble Company

Wisconsin-based employer, and for-hire truckload carrier Paper Transport, Inc. (PTI), recently received two industry related awards from The Procter & Gamble Company during a recent vendor meeting at P&G’s headquarters in Cincinnati, OH.

PTI Professional Truck Driver Daniel Campbell received PTI’s first award when he was recognized as a P&G Driver of the Year. Campbell (shown to the left surrounded by the P&G team) has been driving for PTI since Aug. 10, 2017.

“P&G recognized the exceptional work that Daniel’s done in helping them deliver on the promises they make to customers through safety, productivity, and on-time service. They ship over 3,000 loads on a daily basis. To be chosen as the Driver of the Year for that organization is a big accomplishment.”
– Joe J. Shefchik, PTI VP Business Development and Solutions

P&G is a longtime customer of PTI and the second award the company received at the meeting was P&G’s Intermodal Carrier of the Year award.

“Being recognized with this award is a clear statement about the quality work our team is doing and our role in the intermodal industry,” explained Shefchik (shown to the left PTI Operations Manager Autumn Siudzinski surrounded by the P&G Team). “Our shared success with P&G is driven by our aggressive approach in communicating the issues and sharing a path to work past those problems. We are grateful for the partnership and look forward to more shared success.”

Founded 29 years ago in Green Bay, Wis., PTI is listed in the Commercial Carrier Journal’s Top 250 Carriers, as a for-hire, dry-van trucking company, competing with over 500,000 trucking companies in the U.S. The company focuses on regional truckload, dedicated truckload, and intermodal services with multiple locations throughout the Midwest, Southeast and Southern U.S.

The PTI team can be reached at 920-617-5412, info@papertransport.com, or www.papertransport.com.

Event Photos courtesy of P&G.

Paper Transport, Inc. Awarded 2018 Growth Award by Greater Green Bay Chamber of Commerce

June 6, 2018 by Paper Transport

Wisconsin-Based Trucking Company Clear Employer of Choice

On Tuesday, the Greater Green Bay Chamber held their annual business recognition luncheon. Of the 5 different awards, they awarded Paper Transport the Growth Award. This award recognizes a business that is locally owned and operated, in business at least three years, and under current ownership has demonstrated significant or continuous growth in sales, service and number of employees.

In the 15 years that I have been with PTI, we have grown from 120 truck to 720 trucks. It is always the hard work of our co-workers that makes this happen.”

– Jeff Shefchik, Paper Transport, Inc. President

Paper Transport, Inc. has humble roots in the Green Bay Chamber’s Incubator program, when co-founders Roger Grimsely and Lennie Shefchik commenced hauling paper for Fort Howard Paper Company in February 1990. Today, the PTI team has grown to over 900 professional drivers and support professionals throughout the Midwest and South. PTI’s purpose is to build a great place to work where outstanding people deliver. It is clear through the company’s people-oriented culture and over 18% annual growth for the last 8 years, Paper Transport, Inc. continues to achieve this mission as an employer and carrier of choice.

Event Photos Courtesy of Greater Green Bay Chamber of Commerce.

PTI Announces 5% Raise for Mileage-Based Professional Truck Drivers!

November 6, 2017 by Paper Transport

100% of All Paper Transport, Inc. Drivers Receive a Raise in 2017

DE PERE, WI – De Pere-based employer and for-hire truckload carrier Paper Transport, Inc. (PTI) announced a 5% pay increase for all of its mileage-based Class A Professional Truck Drivers on Monday. This announcement is followed closely by the company’s recent pay increase for all hourly drivers this summer, ensuring 100% of all PTI truck drivers in the fleet received a raise before the 2017 holiday season.

Trucking companies pay between $0.28 and $0.48 cents per mile on average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Statistics. While a few companies do pay up to $0.45 cents per mile, PTI’s top earners in select divisions will earn over $0.50 per mile and in the mid-$0.50 cents per mile with accessorial and bonus pay.

This pay scale offers new Midwest over-the-road and regional drivers an annual earnings of $61,100 annually and $65,000-$70,000 annually for tenured drivers.

“Our goal is to continue to push driver pay to better compensate professional drivers for the work they do every day and stay ahead of the market in compensation,” stated Ben Schill, Vice President of Paper Transport, Inc. “Our purpose is to build a great place to work; remaining a top tier carrier in total compensation helps further our commitment to this purpose.”

Founded 27 year ago in Green Bay, WI, Paper Transport, Inc. is headquartered in De Pere, WI and currently operates 730 power-units and 2,400 trailers with a focus on regional truckload, dedicated truckload, and intermodal services. Of its 900 employees, Paper Transport, Inc. employs over 220 truck drivers and 120 office professionals in Northeast Wisconsin and has grown 18-22% each year for the last 7 years. They can be reached at 800-317-3650, info@papertransport.com, or www.papertransport.com.

Paper Transport, Inc. Joins Blockchain in Transportation Alliance

October 18, 2017 by Paper Transport

DEPERE, WI – Paper Transport, Inc. has been accepted as a member of the Blockchain in Transportation Alliance. Blockchain guarantees accuracy and integrity of globally shared databases that are maintained by its users. Paper Transport, Inc. choose BiTA because of the alliance’s commitment to building a standard communication framework for the next generation of logistics providers.

Transportation has been communicating on a standard that was drafted in the 1970’s. Technological innovations, consumer expectations, and government regulation have created new pressures to which the industry must learn to adapt. Current communication channels are built with specialized programmers or costly third party intermediaries. Workflows have been created outside of the standard pathways to facilitate customer specific payment processes. Yard checks, RFPs, bids, lane definition, and location information are all maintained in database silos. Successful logistics requires timely, accurate information accessible to every party involved. Automation and seamless communication standards are essential for the industry to remain relevant. Blockchain will provide significant efficiencies for all members of the supply chain.

BiTA provides an opportunity for the industry to collaborate and evolve the way the industry communicates. The low margin nature of the industry demands communication flows to be de-centralized and non-monetized. The onus of data ownership will be placed on each member contributing to the Blockchain. Each carrier will benefit and contribute to the Blockchain as it will be the only way to conduct business.

“Paper Transport, Inc. welcomes these challenges and is excited to join BiTA in their effort to democratize the data that drives our industry,” said Peter Covach, Director of IT at Paper Transport, Inc. “Our business is fueled with metrics, contracts, portals, and endless sources of inconsistent data all of which can benefit from Blockchain technology.”

Celebrating over 27 years as a truckload carrier, Paper Transport, Inc. is headquartered in De Pere, WI and currently employs over 700 professional drivers with a focus on regional truckload service, dedicated operations, and intermodal service. They operate terminals in Green Bay, WI; Jacksonville, FL; Cedar Springs, GA; Albany, GA; Atlanta, GA; Savannah, GA; Sturtevant, WI; Muskogee, OK; Dayton, OH; and Pontoon Beach, IL. They can be reached at 800-317-3650, info@papertransport.com, or www.papertransport.com

Truck Drivers Wear Many Hats

August 8, 2017 by Paper Transport

Truck Drivers Wear Many Hats

Truck driving is more than getting behind the wheel of a tractor and steering a box around the country. It takes precision, skill, patience, and much more. These highly skilled men and women wear a number of hats throughout the day and deserve a lot of respect. Share this with your favorite drivers and be sure to say thank you!

HQ Grand Opening Featuring Rep. Mike Gallagher

March 28, 2017 by Paper Transport

Paper Transport, Inc. to Have Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

With Special Guest Congressman Mike Gallagher

With special guest speaker Congressman Mike Gallagher and in partnership with the Greater Green Chamber of Commerce, Paper Transport, Inc. (PTI) will celebrate its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony 1250 Mid Valley Drive in De Pere on Friday, April 7, 2017.

Founded 27 years ago in Green Bay, WI, PTI quickly outgrew its former location off Hansen Road in Ashwaubenon with its explosive growth of 20% each year for the last 7 years. The relocation to the completely remodeled headquarters location on Mid Valley Drive in De Pere has been a good move for PTI.

Since the company’s move 4 months ago on November 11, 2016, PTI has added 21 positions to its new headquarters and anticipates adding another 15-20 new office employees within the next year. Conducive to access from Interstate 41 for both its corporate team members and its drivers, the new state-of-the-art facility is twice the size of its home for the past 10 years and now includes a fitness center, standing desks, open-concept meeting spaces, a walk-up coffee bar, a micro-market, kitchen, and more. PTI models its space after its people and safety centered culture and will no doubt be an attraction for logistics, transportation, information technology, marketing, and more talented professionals in the Green Bay area.

“Our new home will allow us to increase our office staff by 60%. We chose a location where we have ample opportunity to physically add on to the building and add more capacity,” stated Ben Schill, PTI Vice President. “This new location will give greater accessibility and visibility to PTI – a great Green Bay employer, the Hometown Favorite.”

The fastest growing truckload carrier in the Midwest and Southeast as well as CarriersEdge and Truckload Carriers Association’s 2017 Best Fleet to Watch, 11-times Georgia Pacific Carrier of the Year, the recipient of the 2013 Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Award, the first CNG truckload carrier outside of California, and the largest company to grow out of the Chamber of Commerce’s Advanced Business & Manufacturing’s incubator program, PTI currently employs 156 office professionals in Green Bay and over 690 professional drivers throughout the Midwest and Southeast. With a focus on safety and people, its continued growth in Northeast Wisconsin will continue to impact the transportation industry in a positive direction.

Event Details

Date: Friday, April 7th
Time: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: 1250 Mid Valley Drive, De Pere, WI 54115

Activities

1:30 PM Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments
2:15 PM Presentation with special guest Rep. Mike Gallagher

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of a major milestone in Paper Transport, Inc.’s history as well as a chance to meet Rep. Mike Gallagher.

Paper Transport, Inc. is a truckload carrier, headquartered in De Pere, WI and currently operates over 683 power-units and employs over 690 drivers with a focus on regional truckload service, dedicated operations, and intermodal service. They operate terminals in Green Bay, WI; Jacksonville, FL; Cedar Springs, GA; Atlanta, GA; Albany, GA; Sturtevant, WI; Muskogee, OK; Dayton, OH; and Pontoon Beach, IL. They can be reached at 800-317-3650 or www.papertransport.com

PTI HQ

A Big Move for Paper Transport, Inc.

November 11, 2016 by Cate Whitman

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Paper Transport, Inc. Open for Business in De Pere, WI

DE PERE, WI – November 11, 2016

The fastest growing truckload carrier in the Midwest and Southeast is moving its headquarters to De Pere, WI this Friday.

Founded 26 years ago in Green Bay, WI, Paper Transport, Inc. (PTI) has been growing 20% each year for the last 6 years and simply ran out of room at its Executive Drive location off Hansen road in Ashwaubenon. Relocating to the completely remodeled location on Mid Valley Drive in De Pere is a good move for PTI.

PTI anticipates adding 15-20 new office employees within the next year. Conducive to access from Interstate 41 for both its corporate team members and its drivers, the new state-of-the-art facility is twice the size of its home for the past 10 years and will be an attraction for talent in the Green Bay area.

11-times Georgia Pacific Carrier of the Year, the recipient of the 2013 Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Award, the first CNG truckload carrier outside of California, and the largest company to grow out of the Chamber of Commerce’s Advanced Business & Manufacturing’s incubator program, PTI currently employs 135 office professionals in Green Bay and over 650 professional drivers throughout the Midwest and Southeast. With a focus on safety and people, its continued growth in Northeast Wisconsin will continue to impact the transportation industry in a positive direction.

Paper Transport, Inc. is a truckload carrier, headquartered in Green Bay, WI and currently operates over 650 power-units and employs over 650 drivers with a focus on regional truckload service, dedicated operations, and intermodal service. They operate terminals in Green Bay, WI; Jacksonville, FL; Cedar Springs, GA; Albany, GA; Sturtevant, WI; Muskogee, OK; Dayton, OH; and Pontoon Beach, IL. They can be reached at 800-317-3650, info@papertransport.com, or www.papertransport.com