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.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• MATERIAL HANDLING & STORAGE
  • Receive, unload, and check incoming materials, verifying identity, quantity, and condition.
  • Store and organize materials in designated areas, ensuring inventory accuracy and accessibility.
  • Deliver raw materials, parts, and components to production areas as required.
  • Maintain assigned storage areas in a neat, orderly, and safe condition.
• EQUIPMENT OPERATION
  • Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, aisle stackers, dollies, and other powered or manual material handling equipment.
  • Operate overhead cranes from booth or floor controls to move heavy materials and equipment as required.
  • Perform daily equipment inspection and basic preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles.
• INVENTORY & DOCUMNTATION
  • Complete and maintain accurate records, including packing slips, bills of lading, shipping/receiving forms, and inventory logs.
  • Assist with cycle counts and other inventory control activities to support accuracy and efficiency.
  • Report shortages, defects, or non-standard material conditions to supervision promptly.
• SAFETY, HOUSEKEEPING, & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
  • Follow all safety, environmental, and quality guidelines related to warehouse operations.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with 5S principles.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team-driven problem-solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication)
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain required

Experience

• Six to Twelve (6-12) months of experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material handling preferred.
• Experience operating reach trucks, forklifts, cranes, or other material handling equipment is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively in team environment.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in manufacturing or warehouse environment with exposure to temperature extremes, noise, dust, and moving equipment.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting to 50 lbs.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as directed.

• Must be able to work various shifts or overtime as needed to support production
   

Wage Rate:

The starting wage for Warehouse Attendant is 80% of the full wage rate, currently $23.09 per hour. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the wage increases each year of service and reaches the full wage rate of $28.86 per hour at year 3. In addition, there is a shift differential of $1.20 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

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.