Receiving Specialist II

Odyssey Logistics; Vandalia (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Vandalia, IL is hiring for a Receiving Specialist II. The role involves verifying incoming shipments, preparing shipping documents, and maintaining inventory records. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and familiarity with GMP and food safety practices. Join our innovative team and contribute to our growing operations in a vital position.

Benefits

Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options

Vision insurance

Company-paid dental and life/disability plans

401K with company match

Competitive Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior work experience necessary.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify and maintain records on incoming shipments.
• Prepare documents for routing materials including bills of lading.
• Manage put-away process and labeling of products.

Skills

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Food Safety and Defense / HAACP

Ability to work with bar code scanner

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join the team as our new Receiving Specialist II!

Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring

Odyssey Fulfillment Managed Services, a subsidiary of Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation, is the global leader for outsourced sample fulfillment and logistics services. Over 100 major manufacturers partner with Odyssey to safely store, package and ship their sample and small revenue orders. From our state-of-the-art warehouse and distribution sites, strategically located in the U.S., Europe and Asia, we have processed over 12 million sample shipments with an accuracy level of 99.99978%.

Based in vibrant Vandalia, IL Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us!

Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers

About the Job:

The Receiving Specialist II verifies and maintain records on incoming shipments. Duties include assembling and stamping merchandise or material; receiving and unpacking, verifying, and recording incoming merchandise or material; and arranging for transportation of products. This position also has responsibility for shipping and labeling of product in addition to unloading and put-away duties.

In This Role, You Will:

• Examine content and compare with the records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment.
• Receive Material in and enter information in Customer’s system such as SAP or WhiBoard.
• Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders to route material.
• Determine shipping method for materials, using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
• Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies for reporting, accounting, or recordkeeping purposes.
• Check product for damages/Issues/take pictures of damaged product
• Manage put-away process for incoming product shipments • Labeling of product or material
• Load trucks for shipment
• Receive material in the P21 system
• Print Labels and relabel (if applicable)
• Assist with other areas in the department as needed
• Assist Receiving Specialist I with receiving product in when needed
• All other duties and projects assigned

Qualifications

We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets most of the required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No related work experience required
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) knowledge is preferred
• Food Safety and Defense / HAACP knowledge is preferred
• Knowledge and ability to work with bar code scanner is preferred

Location:

This is an in-office role based in Vandalia, IL

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.

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We offera generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options.
• Vision insurance;
• Company-paid dental and life/disability Plans;
• 401K with company match;
• Competitive Paid Time Off.

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

Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.