Forklift Operator 3

Xylem • Bridgeport, NJ

2d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

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 - Forklift Operator 3 The Forklift Operator 3 will be a key member of our Manufacturing team in Bridgeport, NJ, responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient flow of production build materials across our facility. In this position, you will support the movement of critical materials from inventory to the production floor, helping maintain an uninterrupted production process. This is a fast-paced role requiring attention to detail, teamwork, and strong safety awareness. We offer comprehensive benefits, including 160 hours Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions, medical/dental/vision coverage, investment savings plans, and much more. Available Shifts: Day Shift: Hours: 6am - 230pm EST Schedule: Monday - Friday

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment; valid certification highly preferred.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED highly preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory/material tracking systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Transport a variety of production build materials (e.g., raw iron, engines, canopies, mufflers) from inventory to the production floor using a properly rated forklift or other material handling equipment.
• Safely offload materials from delivery vehicles such as tractor trailers and box trucks and place them in the correct inventory staging areas.
• Assist in moving work-in-progress units between production cells as needed, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Maintain an organized, hazard-free inventory area.
• Understand and maintain knowledge of all parts and materials needed for the production process.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained through daily/weekly checklists and routine preventative maintenance; report any safety concerns to the Production Manager.
• Follow site safety protocols, attend daily safety/toolbox meetings, and report any safety hazards.
• Work closely with team members to support On-Time-Delivery of materials and finished goods between component inventory, staging, production, and delivery areas.
• Assist with inventory counts and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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, including employee volunteer opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO), flexible time off (FTO), and paid holidays
• Career development, tuition reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness programs
• Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Employee recognition and discount programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees