Shipping Associate at HEIMPLANET in Yellow Springs, OH

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.

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!

The Role: Shipping Associate will perform various functions throughout the warehouse, including picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, managing, organizing, and retrieving stock while handling items with care to avoid damaging products. The associate will also be trained in receiving.

Essential Functions:

• 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 an appropriate manner for shipment
• Enter shipping data into the proper shippers’ software interface and print shipping documents
• Daily mail run
• Responsible for receiving deliveries from vendors on the dock
• Calculate freight for order entry inquiries. Simulate weight & box dimensions for special orders
• Read & follow customer order notes
• Maintain shipping materials stock
• Receiving back-up during non-peak times
• Coordinate with Marketing for the shipment of Trade Show-related materials

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years of shipping and receiving experience
• Picking and packing experience
• Strong computer skills (BPCS, Microsoft Office) are highly desirable
• Ability to read floor layout maps to locate materials for pulling
• Basic Math Skills
• Ability to identify appropriately sized shipping containers 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, lot/serial numbers, instructions, and other information
• Ability to multitask in a highly dynamic environment
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrated team skills and experience working in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Working Conditions & Physical Demands of the Job

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General shipping/receiving office environment
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend, and move about the facility
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods.
• 8:00 am -4:30 pm, subject to change based on business needs

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

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

The estimated pay range for this position is $18/hr.. 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. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation