RMA Receiving Operator

Shipping & Receiving 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 Specialist will be responsible for all aspects of incoming and outgoing shipments at our facility. You will handle receiving, verifying, and delivering shipments across the site, perform key data entry to track materials, prepare outbound packages (including large freight), and maintain workspace organization and safety. In this critical role, you will use your attention to detail and communication skills to ensure inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Core responsibilities include:

• Receive incoming shipments, verify contents for completeness and accuracy, and deliver to the appropriate personnel or location
• Enter shipment information and resolve discrepancies in customer secure management system
• Prepare outbound packages, including large freight shipments (stretch-wrapping and banding pallets), ensuring all required paperwork and documentation are completed
• Safely lift and move heavy boxes (up to 50 pounds) and operate a pallet jack
• Utilize FedEx Shipping interfaces (experience is a plus)
• Communicate issues effectively in both oral and written terms with customers and co-workers
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, remove empty pallets, organize workstation at the end of the day, and respond to emails
• Use general office applications (Word, Excel, etc.) for daily tasks
• Adhere to best practices regarding industrial hygiene and workplace safety
• Perform basic mathematical calculations as required

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent with prior shipping and receiving experience
• Additional education in Supply Chain or related fields is a plus
• Highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic
• Extremely dependable and productivity minded; able to work with minimal supervision
• Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions
• Detailed-oriented with strong organizational skills; capable of managing multiple competing priorities
• Strong computer skills with particular emphasis on Microsoft Excel or similar software
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Highly organized and assertive; able to work effectively with diverse team members in a collaborative environment

In this role, you'll spend most of your time in a warehouse and shipping environment. Physical demands include frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs.), standing, moving, bending, and reaching throughout the shift. You'll regularly communicate with team members and use computers for data entry and communication.

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

The estimated pay range for this position is $17-21.50 per hour. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience, and work location. At Xylem, we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

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.