Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

We’re Hiring for a Shipping Associate! 

If you are excited and passionate about helping #LetsSolveWater, consider joining our team today!  Xylem, Inc. is a leading global water technology company servicing more than 150 countries and is dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues.  We are looking for individuals to join our mission by exceeding customer expectations through smart sustainable solutions.  At Xylem, you will have the opportunity to solve water by participating in our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark!

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:  To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  

• Responsible for pulling, packing and shipping parts in a cost-effective, timely manner, to meet or exceed our customers’ expectations.
• Required to cross-train to learn all jobs in shipping
• Check for accuracy between the pick slip and the items pulled
• Meeting standards for accuracy and timeliness for pulling, packing and shipping customer orders. 
• Pack orders in appropriate manner for shipment
• Enter shipping data into proper shippers’ software interface and print shipping documents
• Daily mail runs to post office
• Responsible for receiving deliveries from vendors on dock
• Calculate freight for order entry inquiries.  Simulate weight & box dimensions for special orders
• Process SED’s, NAFTA’s, waybills, certificates of origin
• Scheduling ‘pick-ups’ with forwarders locally
• Read & follow customer order notes
• Maintain shipping materials stock
• Recommend cost effective shipping methods
• Receiving back-up during non-peak times
• Coordinate with Marketing for the shipment of Trade Show related materials
• Work on projects as assigned by Warehouse Coordinator

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Strong computer skills (BPCS, Microsoft Office) highly desirable
• Ability to read floor layout maps, to locate materials for pulling
• Basic Math Skills
• Ability to identify appropriately sized shipping container for orders of varying shapes, sizes and weights and to pack items to prevent damage during shipment
• Ability to use and adapt to various shippers’ software packages
• Ability to read item numbers, descriptions, quantities and lot/serial numbers, instructions and other information
• Experience in using the AES (Automated Export System) a plus
• Ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrated team skills and experience working in team environment
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

DAY IN THE LIFE: 

In this role, the working environment is a general shipping/receiving office environment, and the physical demands may include but not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, bending, and lifting to 50 pounds. 

Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

At Xylem, we embrace diversity and strive to create avenues where employees feel valued and appreciated through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resources Groups (ERG).  Xylem is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace.  Xylem prohibits discrimination, harassment of any kind and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, medical conditions or disability, genetic information, age, or other non-merit factors.  

Join the global Xylem team today!  Xylem is a team creating advanced technology solutions to the world’s water challenges through developing new technologies and services that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. Our products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor, and return water to the environment, in public utility, industrial, residential, and commercial building services settings. Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering, network technologies and advanced analytics solutions for water, electric and gas utilities.

Disclaimer: The information listed within this job description is designed to indicate the general nature of work expected for this position and shall not be viewed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required in this position.  Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.  Xylem reserves the right to modify this job description or assign other duties to this position as needed.

Salary range:

$40,300.00 - $64,500.00

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.