Shipping Coordinator (2nd Shift)

Xylem • Morton Grove, IL

1d • $24 - $28 • 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. The Role: The Shipping Coordinator is responsible for managing daily outbound and inbound freight activities, including preparing shipping documentation, scheduling freight, and maintaining accurate shipment records. This role serves as a key liaison with freight carriers and cross‑functional departments to resolve shipping issues, process returns and sub‑contract shipments, and ensure smooth operational flow. The Coordinator also supports shift leadership with day‑to‑day operational needs and performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in Shipping, logistics, or similar role
• Experience with an ERP system
• Experience operating a scanner
• Ability to work independently with little direction or supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task under short deadlines.
• Effective organizational, analytical, written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepares and keeps records of goods shipped, e.g., manifests, bills of lading
• Coordinate and communicate with freight carriers on trailer switches and pick-ups
• Troubleshoot freight issues related to shipping in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Schedule freight within online portals
• Communicate with cross functional departments as needed
• Process returns both internal and external
• Process sub-contract shipments
• Support shift supervisor on shift management needs
• Prepares and keeps records of goods shipped, e.g., manifests, bills of lading
• Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED