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Warehouse Operator I – Consumer

Location: Northlake, IL

About Odyssey Logistics

Odyssey Logistics is a global logistics and supply chain partner helping businesses optimize performance through fully integrated, end-to-end solutions. We connect transportation, technology, and expertise across a broad network of services including 3PL and 4PL managed services, multimodal and intermodal transport, warehousing, trucking, Jones Act Ocean, and customs brokerage, ensuring goods move reliably, efficiently, and intelligently around the world.

Today, Odyssey supports more than 6,000 customers globally, delivering scalable, data-driven solutions across complex supply chains. What started with a single client has grown into a dynamic, evolving organization focused on performance, precision, and long-term partnership.

What Sets Us Apart

Our work is complex, fast-moving, and highly collaborative. Success here requires people who think strategically, operate with urgency, and navigate across functions to solve real business challenges. We value individuals who take ownership, challenge the status quo, and turn insight into action.

Our culture is grounded in five core values: Win Together, Innovate Boldly, Drive Results, Customer Centric, and Guide with Care. These are not just principles; they shape how we make decisions, partner with customers, and show up for each other.

At Odyssey, you are not just part of a company; you are part of building what comes next.

The Role

Work Model: Onsite Work Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week, with some overtime required as scheduled. Flexibility to work varying hours, including nights and weekends, is required as necessary. Travel Requirements: No overnight travel required Supervisory Responsibilities: No Reports to: Warehousing Manager

Summary / Primary Role

The Warehouse Operator I is responsible for safely managing warehouse inventory through receiving, shipping, and material movement processes. This role supports the safe and efficient movement of products using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other applicable equipment while maintaining inventory accuracy and following established warehouse procedures.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a safety-focused and dependable Warehouse Operator I who can support daily warehouse operations, accurately handle inventory, safely operate equipment, and maintain a high standard of productivity, efficiency, quality, and safety.

Material Handling & Inventory

• Receive products via railcar and truckload, including scanning and placing products in the warehouse.
• Pick orders, including staging and scanning.
• Load materials into outbound trailers and complete trailer inspections.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and product locations.
• Record and submit product location changes and movements using handheld scanners or warehouse management systems.
• Ensure inventory and materials are stored safely and properly.

Equipment & Warehouse Operations

• Operate forklifts, remote-controlled cranes, and other applicable equipment to safely move products.
• Operate track mobile equipment to maneuver railcars in and out of the building.
• Scan products into and out of the Abecas system using the barcoding system when required.
• Conduct regular and routine equipment inspections and monitor fluid levels to support safe operation.
• Complete assigned daily building checklists.
• Forward required paperwork to the office for processing in a timely manner.

Safety & Operational Excellence

• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety guidelines, warehouse SOPs, and procedures.
• Wear and maintain personal protective equipment in accordance with company policy and applicable safety requirements.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, including cleaning and maintaining forklift equipment.
• Follow proper warning signals and safe operating procedures when using equipment.
• Immediately communicate incidents, accidents, damages, or claims to management.
• Participate in meetings, cross-training, development programs, and certification opportunities as required.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience in a similar role and environment is required.
• Previous experience in the transportation or warehousing industry is preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, track mobile equipment, and handheld RFID scanners is preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety, security, and following established procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Resourceful and able to take initiative.
• Reliable, punctual, and personally accountable for quality and productivity.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position involves both indoor and outdoor work and may include exposure to changing weather conditions, dust, loud noise, heat, cold, wind, moving machinery, vehicles, equipment, fumes, gases, petroleum products, chemicals, fire and electrical hazards, and confined spaces.

The role requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, balance, push, pull, lift, and carry materials. The position has a Medium Physical Strength Rating, including lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally and 10–20 pounds frequently. The ability to operate a motor vehicle and forklift for extended periods is also required.

Compensation & Schedule Details

Base Pay Range: $21.00 per hour Bonus Eligible: No Commission Eligible: No

As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, Odyssey provides a range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including your specific skills and experience, geographic location, or other relevant factors. The salary range for this position may be lower or higher in different markets.

No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• A choice of medical plans with FSA and HSA options
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Health & Wellness Program
• Discounts with Preferred Vendors

At Odyssey, we believe the best ideas come from people with different skills, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and evaluate every candidate based on the qualifications needed for the role, while also valuing the unique strengths, curiosity, and fresh thinking each person brings. Our commitment to inclusion helps fuel innovation and enables us to deliver smarter, more creative solutions for our customers. We are proud to be a workplace where everyone is treated with respect, given equal opportunity to succeed, and encouraged to contribute in meaningful ways. All employment decisions are based on merit, without regard to race or ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.