Job Description

Logistics Coordinator
Location: Vandalia, IL
Division: Managed Services
Affiliate: OctoChem
Department: Warehouse & Terminals
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.
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; overtime as required
Travel Requirements: No
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Reports to: Manager, Operations
Primary Role
The Inventory Specialist II is responsible for receiving, storing, organizing, and issuing materials and equipment within the warehouse. This role maintains accurate inventory records, performs inventory checks and cycle counts, investigates discrepancies, and supports safe and efficient warehouse operations.
What You’ll Do
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable warehouse professional who can maintain inventory accuracy, safely handle and organize materials, and support daily warehouse operations.
Inventory Management & Accuracy
• Verify inventory records against physical stock counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory checks, stock reporting, and inventory adjustments.
• Maintain records on stock usage, damage, and inventory handling equipment.
Warehouse Operations
• Receive, store, locate, relocate, label, and organize inventory and materials.
• Inspect stock for damage or defects and report issues to management.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe storage and work areas.
Material Handling & Compliance
• Operate warehouse equipment and obtain internal Scissor Lift Certification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Support material disposal activities, EPA reporting, disposal reports, empty container tracking, and WMS charge entries.
• Follow all applicable safety, sanitation, and clean room procedures when required.
What You Bring
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to obtain internal Scissor Lift Certification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Hazardous materials knowledge preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• GMP knowledge preferred.
• Food Safety, Food Defense, and HACCP knowledge preferred.
• Experience using barcode scanners preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while demonstrating accountability, reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a warehouse or production environment and perform physical job duties, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
Compensation & Schedule Details
Base Pay Range: $17.00–$18.00 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 your specific skills and experience, geographic location, or other relevant factors.
No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Safety Sensitive Position
This is a safety sensitive position.
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
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion
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.
All employment decisions are based on merit and without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Visit us at: OdysseyLogistics.com/careers