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Production Technician I

Odyssey Logistics · Vandalia, IL · 3 wk ago
Management$17–$18/hrInternship

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.

Our culture is grounded in five core values: Win Together, Innovate Boldly, Drive Results, Customer Centric, and Guide with Care. These shape how we make decisions, partner with customers, and show up for each other. At Odyssey, you're helping build what's next.

About the Role

The Production Technician I is responsible for accurately preparing customer orders by safely filling containers with the correct products, verifying materials through quality audits, and ensuring products are properly labeled and prepared for shipment. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, inventory accuracy, workplace safety, and efficient warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

  • Pull the correct materials, bottles, lids, and containers for production orders.
  • Verify materials through the required audit process before production begins.
  • Accurately fill customer orders with the correct product and quantity.
  • Return partially used bulk containers to their designated storage locations.
  • Apply the correct lot numbers and product labels to finished containers.
  • Inspect products for quality and identify defects or damaged materials.
  • Report discrepancies or damaged inventory to management or the inventory team.
  • Maintain accurate records regarding product usage and damaged materials.
  • Verify products using original material labels before production.
  • Maintain clean work areas, tools, equipment, and production supplies.
  • Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
  • Assist coworkers as needed to support daily production goals.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience working in a warehouse, manufacturing, or production environment preferred.
  • Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) preferred.
  • Knowledge of Food Safety, Food Defense, and HACCP principles preferred.
  • Experience using pallet jacks, barrel wrenches, mixing tools, or similar production equipment preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Excellent teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
  • Dependable with strong personal accountability and professionalism.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Commitment to workplace safety and safe operating procedures.

Physical & Work Environment

This position works in a warehouse and production environment with exposure to:

  • Dust, airborne particles, odors, and fumes
  • Temperature fluctuations
  • Noise and vibration
  • Forklifts and other warehouse equipment

The position requires the ability to:

  • Stand and walk for extended periods
  • Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, balance, and lift
  • Push, pull, carry, and lift up to 100 pounds
  • Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • Maintain visual awareness and safely work around moving equipment

This is a safety-sensitive position.

Pay

Base Pay Range: $17.00 – $18.00 per hour

Schedule

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (40 hours/week with overtime as required)

Work Model: Onsite

Travel Requirements: None

Benefits

  • Medical plans with FSA and HSA options
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Company Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company Health & Wellness Program
  • Employee Discount Programs

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