Rework and Salvage

Rework and salvage involve correcting or recovering products and components that might otherwise be scrapped due to defects, damage, or packaging errors. Every manufacturer encounters situations where items fall short of specifications, but discarding entire batches isn’t always the best option. Instead, businesses can rework those products to correct issues or salvage usable parts, saving costs and reducing waste.

Returning defective products to the original factory can be costly and time-consuming. By handling rework domestically or with the help of a trusted third-party partner, companies can resolve quality issues quickly and economically. Many retailers and distribution centers prefer reworking shipments to meet standards rather than rejecting or scrapping them outright. This approach recovers value from flawed goods and supports sustainability goals by preventing unnecessary disposal.

Our Rework, Salvage, and Repackaging Capabilities

Peoria Production Solutions (PPS) specializes in “rescuing” parts, products, and assemblies that might otherwise be scrapped due to errors, omissions, or damage. Instead of writing off entire batches, our team reconfigures, repairs, or repackages items to meet your specifications and quality standards. Reworking parts reduces scrap, recovers value, and keeps products moving through the supply chain rather than into the waste stream.

Key Rework and Salvage Services We Provide

Updating Packaging and Labeling

Packaging is one of the most common areas where rework is needed. PPS can replace outdated labels, insert missing instructions, or rebrand packaging so products meet current requirements. In industries like food, healthcare, and consumer goods, a simple labeling correction can save an entire shipment from being wasted. Our labeling and packaging rework ensures products stay compliant and ready for market distribution.

Reconfiguring Products to New Specifications

Products don’t always stay static; they may require updates due to design revisions or new market requirements. PPS can disassemble and adjust kits or product assemblies to bring them in line with current specifications. If a kit is missing or has the wrong component, we replace it and reassemble the unit, allowing you to meet demand without discarding original stock.

Repackaging and Co-Packing Services

Damaged or bulk shipments can be unpacked, sorted, and repackaged into retail-ready formats. PPS handles tasks such as relabeling, kitting, sealing, and co-packing gift sets or multipacks. For example, distribution centers often turn to rework specialists when pallets arrive damaged. Instead of discarding everything, PPS salvages what’s usable, repackages it properly, and ensures only conforming items move forward. This type of service ensures that supply chains remain operational, even when shipments encounter delays or setbacks.

Sorting and Inspection of Non-Conforming Materials

Quality inspection is central to effective rework and salvage. At PPS, we provide quality inspection and sorting services to separate conforming items from defective or non-conforming parts. We adhere to strict quality policies and procedures as part of our ISO 9001:2015 certification, providing documented and controlled processes.

By providing packaging updates, reconfiguration, repackaging, and inspection under one roof, PPS gives clients a complete rework and salvage solution. Instead of tying up your production lines or personnel, our dedicated rework cells efficiently handle the entire process, ensuring it is completed quickly, cost-effectively, and with rigorous attention to detail. The result is reworked and salvaged products, saving customers time and money.

Benefits of Outsourcing Rework & Salvage

Many companies outsource rework and salvage tasks to specialists like PPS for efficient supply chain management. Using production rework contract providers offers several advantages.  As reported by The Association for Supply Chain Management, APICS, remanufacturing and reverse supply chain recovery are increasingly vital in maintaining supply chain resilience and sustainability.

Below are specific advantages of working with a rework or salvage provider:

Cost Savings

Recover value from items that would otherwise be scrapped. Rework is often far cheaper than producing replacement units or paying shipping/upside penalties for defects. Outsourcing lets you turn fixed overhead into variable cost; you pay for rework when you need it, avoiding idle capacity during normal operations.

Waste Reduction & Sustainability

Outsourcing rework and salvage operations helps reduce manufacturing waste. Salvaging items (or correcting minor defects) means fewer materials end up in landfills, less raw resource consumption, and a smaller carbon footprint.

Faster Turnaround & Operational Efficiency

Production solutions providers, such as PPS, maintain dedicated rework workflows, tools, and trained teams to ensure efficient and effective rework processes. These are structured to react quickly when errors are discovered, so corrections can be made before delays multiply or inventory backlog grows.

Access to Expertise & Advanced Tools

Outsourcers often have broad cross-industry experience, enabling them to handle unusual defect types, regulatory or label changes, and specialized repackaging. They invest in tools, fixtures, inspection systems, and corrective techniques that may be impractical internally.

Focus on Core Business

Rework and salvage tasks are non-core and labor-intensive. When a trusted partner handles sorting, labeling, or repairing, your internal teams can focus on product development, manufacturing new goods, or strategic initiatives, rather than firefighting quality issues.

Scalability & Flexibility

Volume of returns or damaged goods often fluctuates. PPS can scale up (e.g., after receiving damaged pallets) without you hiring seasonal or temporary staff. Downscaling during quieter periods helps avoid the waste of resources.

Improved Customer Satisfaction & Brand Protection

Fixing defects or incorrect packaging before customer delivery helps maintain your reputation. Reliability in restocking and fulfilling orders, even when mishaps happen upstream, strengthens trust, reduces negative feedback, and supports repeat business.

Compliance, Safety & Traceability

In regulated industries (medical, food, etc.), mistakes in labeling, packaging, or missing trace information can lead to noncompliance. Outsourcing to a provider with robust quality systems, including ISO 9001:2015 processes, documented procedures, and lot-code traceability, ensures repairs/remediation meet all industry or regulatory standards.

By outsourcing rework and salvage, businesses gain cost control, flexibility, and peace of mind knowing that defects or packaging errors won’t derail production schedules or customer relationships. Instead of tying up internal resources, companies leverage experienced partners who deliver quick turnarounds, compliance with strict quality standards, and sustainable practices that reduce waste. Rework and salvage services transform potential losses into recovered value, protecting both profitability and brand reputation.

Industries We Support with Rework & Salvage

PPS provides rework, salvage, and repackaging services across many industries without limitation. Whether products are automotive parts, consumer goods, medical supplies, or retail items, our experienced team adapts processes to meet each client’s specifications. This flexibility enables us to deliver consistent results across all product types and markets.

Partner with PPS for Reliable Rework and Salvage

Rework and salvage don’t have to create setbacks in your supply chain. With over 80 years of experience, PPS has established a reputation for resolving quality issues promptly, accurately, and cost-effectively. Our ISO 9001:2015 registered quality system, ERP traceability, and skilled workforce ensure products are corrected, packaged, and returned to market with confidence. By partnering with PPS, businesses recover value from flawed goods, reduce waste, and maintain customer trust without disrupting production schedules.

PPS delivers dependable rework and salvage solutions that protect your bottom line and strengthen supply chain resilience. We combine industry experience with certified quality systems to handle every project efficiently and accurately. Contact us today to discover how our rework and salvage services can help you recover value and maintain smooth operations.