Forklift Operator (1st Shift)

See yourself at Odyssey…

Join the team as our new Forklift Operator! Shift Hours: Mon - Fri, 6:00am - 2:30pm

Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring

Odyssey Specialized Transport & Warehouse, offers flatbed trucking and warehousing services, respectively. Together, these subdivisions provide a seamless, cost-effective and comprehensive logistics solution for the North American metals industry.

Based in vibrant O'Fallon, MO, 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 position of Forklift Operator, will have primary responsibility to safely manage warehouse inventory through the receiving and shipping processes and movement of product with use of forklifts and overhead cranes. 

In This Role, You Will:

• Open warehouse and prepare for workday; turn on lights, open doors, etc.
• Ensure safe working conditions in office and adherence to OSHA regulations.
• Operate remote controlled cranes, and forklifts to safely move product.
• Operate track mobile to maneuver rail cars in and out of the building.
• Follow company guidelines and procedures for the safe loading and unloading material.
• Pull work orders
• Receive and ship product through inbound/outbound scan process using a handheld scanner.
• Inspect material and make notations of any exceptions and or damages for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Organize material and inventory within the warehouse.  
• Remove and secure bulkheads against steel coils in railcars.
• Remove debris and clean out railcars prior to loading.
• Communicate any incidents, accidents, damages, claims to management immediately.
• Ensure equipment is not overloaded.
• Use company guidelines, and instructions to properly signal information and instructions to crane operator(s).
• Use company guidelines, instructions, policies, procedures, and follow OSHA regulations in the performance of all job functions.
• Follow company guidelines and procedures for proper warning signals when operating cranes and forklifts.
• Perform regular and routine inspection of equipment and monitor fluid levels to ensure optimum performance of equipment and safety.  
• Ensure inventory and material is stored safely and blocked properly.
• Ensure work environment and areas are clean.
• Complete daily paperwork and record data.
• Participate in meetings, and on committees as instructed or needed.
• Participate in cross training, development programs and obtain any certifications as need or requested by management.
• Ensure proper personal protective equipment is in good repair and worn in accordance with OSHA regulations and Company policy.  

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 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 GED equivalent is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience in a similar role and environment is required.
• Previous experience working in transportation or metals warehousing industry is preferred.
• Experience with forklifts, over-head cranes, track mobile, and hand held RFID scanners is preferred.
• Microsoft Office literate with ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute. 

Location:

This is an in-office role based in O'Fallon, MO.