Material Handler

Material Handler

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 Material Handler will be responsible for handling materials required for production, line setup, preparation and crating in the assembly department. We offer a full benefits package to include 4 weeks paid time off (PTO) for hourly positions, health, dental, vision, investment savings plan, and other additional miscellaneous benefits.

Core Responsibilities

• Transactions to maintain inventory accuracy within computer system
• Transporting purchased material from receiving and putting to proper stock location
• Transporting finished goods inventory to stock area
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Follow ISO standards
• Provide back-up support for each other and for assigned areas
• Monitor and order non-inventory material from vendors
• May be asked to participate in some receiving activities including verification and counting
• Run daily and weekly reports to review/resolve material variances
• Transact operations and close shop orders in timely manner
• Review engineering changes for inventory impact
• Distribute new and revised processes to work centers
• Coordinate material in manufacturing
• Notify scheduling/planning of shortages, scrap, and other discrepancies in material counts

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of material handling or similar experience preferred
• Material Handler Training as provided by YSI; previous experience in a manufacturing environment desired
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to use computers and software in a variety of functions including keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheets, and e-mail
• Organizational skills, work with minimal guidance on daily tasks
• Willingness to provide support for other areas as necessary
• Ability to multi-task
• Work within dynamic environment with customer delivery pressure
• Attention to detail

In this role, the working environment is a combination of hot and cold with exposure to elements such as: noise, dust, and brightly lit areas and the physical demands may include but not limited to regularly lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base compensation by providing a more fulfilling work experience and offering a competitive benefits program, including:

• Generous PTO package and paid holidays
• Generous retirement savings plan
• Customizable health, dental and vision insurance (eligible on first date)
• Career progression plans
• Reward and recognition programs
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Wellness Program
• Employee Discount Program

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.