What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Shipping Specialist position at Odyssey Logistics?
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Join the team as our new Logistics Shipping Specialist!
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 Logistics Shipping Specialist verifies and maintains records on outgoing shipments. Prepares items for shipment. Duties include assembling, addressing, stamping, and shipping merchandise or material and arranging for the transportation of products.
In This Role, You Will
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
Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
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Join the team as our new Logistics Shipping Specialist!
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 Logistics Shipping Specialist verifies and maintains records on outgoing shipments. Prepares items for shipment. Duties include assembling, addressing, stamping, and shipping merchandise or material and arranging for the transportation of products.
In This Role, You Will
- Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders to verify the accuracy of outgoing shipments.
- Prepare documents, such as work orders, bill of ladings or shipping orders to route materials.
- 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.
- Contact carrier representatives to arrange or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.
- Assist in packaging orders as needed
- All other duties and projects assigned
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
- Prior shipping experience is preferred
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is preferred
- Familiarity with Food Safety and Defense / HAACP is preferred
- Knowledge and ability to work with bar code scanner is preferred
- This is an in-office role based in Vandalia, IL
- Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options
- Company-paid dental and life/disability Plans
- 401K with company match
- Preferred vendor discounts
- Competitive Paid Time Off
Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
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