LG4 Floater

Xylem•Morton Grove, IL

9d•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. Position Summary Warehouse Attendants are essential to ensure smooth material flow throughout our manufacturing operations. They support production and shipping by receiving, storing, moving, and delivering raw materials, components, and finished products in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner. This evergreen requisition represents multiple levels within our materials handling team — including Warehouse Attendant and related classifications — and is designed to attract reliable, safety-focused individuals for future warehouse and logistics openings. We’re looking for detail-oriented, dependable team players who take pride in maintaining accuracy, organization, and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

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
Six to Twelve (6-12) months of experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material handling preferred.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively in team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating forklifts, cranes, or other material handling equipment is desirable.

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.

Benefits

By applying to this posting, you’ll join our Warehouse Attendant Talent Community which is a pipeline for future openings across multiple levels of material handling and logistics work.
Whether you are starting your career in warehousing or bringing prior experience in manufacturing logistics, you will have the opportunity to work with dependable teams that keep our operations moving every day!
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.
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!