Warehouse Associate

Odyssey Logistics•Northlake, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

A minimum of one year of experience in a similar role and environment is required.
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.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and forklift for extended periods is also required.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in the transportation or warehousing industry is preferred.
Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, track mobile equipment, and handheld RFID scanners is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely managing warehouse inventory through receiving, shipping, and material movement processes.
Supporting the safe and efficient movement of products using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other applicable equipment.
Maintaining inventory accuracy and following established warehouse procedures.
Receiving products via railcar and truckload, including scanning and placing products in the warehouse.
Picking orders, including staging and scanning.
Loading materials into outbound trailers and completing trailer inspections.
Maintaining accurate inventory records and product locations.
Recording and submitting product location changes and movements using handheld scanners or warehouse management systems.
Ensuring inventory and materials are stored safely and properly.
Operating forklifts, remote-controlled cranes, and other applicable equipment to safely move products.
Operating track mobile equipment to maneuver railcars in and out of the building.
Scanning products into and out of the Abecas system using the barcoding system when required.
Conducting regular and routine equipment inspections and monitoring fluid levels to support safe operation.
Completing assigned daily building checklists.
Forwarding required paperwork to the office for processing in a timely manner.
Following OSHA requirements, company safety guidelines, warehouse SOPs, and procedures.
Wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment in accordance with company policy and applicable safety requirements.
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment, including cleaning and maintaining forklift equipment.
Following proper warning signals and safe operating procedures when using equipment.
Immediately communicating incidents, accidents, damages, or claims to management.
Participating in meetings, cross-training, development programs, and certification opportunities as required.
Performing other duties and projects as assigned.