Shipping & Receiving Clerk 2

Shipping & Receiving 2 Specialist

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. 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.

The Shipping & Receiving 2 Specialist will perform a variety of routine shipping and receiving tasks and ensure the accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments. This role involves comparing shipment information with purchase orders, invoices, or other documents, preparing shipments, and maintaining proper records while supporting the warehouse's operational goals and workplace safety standards.

Core responsibilities include:

• Prepare shipments for postal or commercial conveyance; determine most economical and efficient shipping method, select appropriate shipping container, pack items to ensure safe delivery
• Prepare bills of lading; check items to be shipped against work orders to confirm quantities, destination, and routing
• Receive and unload incoming materials; compare packing slips with purchase orders to verify shipment accuracy; may process return shipments
• Sort, count, package, label, insure, unpack, and/or log inventory that is shipped or received
• Inspect shipments for damages or defects; record and notify supervisor or purchasing
• Deliver items to requisitioning departments and obtain authorized signatures
• May trace lost shipments and customer claims, initiate proof-of-delivery documents
• May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records
• Operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift; may operate shrink-wrap machine or company vehicle; participate in routine equipment maintenance
• Follow departmental policies, procedures, continuous improvement objectives, and safety/environmental standards
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
• Experience with Microsoft applications
• 23 years prior experience in an industrial warehouse environment
• Knowledge of light equipment operation and/or maintenance
• Knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Ability to receive, stock, and deliver goods/materials/supplies/equipment
• Ability to read, sort, check, count, and verify numbers; prepare routine administrative paperwork and maintain records
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures; detect and report problems

In this role, the working environment is primarily in the warehouse and shipping area. The physical demands include considerable walking, bending, twisting, lifting and carrying (up to 70 pounds), pushing and pulling including overhead. Expect regular exposure to shop noise and fumes, all within OSHA standards. You'll frequently communicate with colleagues and use computers for inventory and records.

Why Xylem? We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• Paid parental leave, maternity support, and fertility benefits
• Flexibility and hybrid work options where applicable
• Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Emotional health and wellness programs and Volunteer program (Watermark)
• Paid time off (PTO)/Flexible time off (FTO) and paid holidays
• Career development, advancement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness
• Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Employee recognition and discount programs

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 inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.