Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! 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. **Shipping Lead** **POSITION SUMMARY** The Shipping Lead is responsible for overseeing the preparation, packaging, and dispatch of materials and products from the facility. This role ensures that all outbound shipments are properly documented, meet quality standards, and are dispatched in a timely manner. The Shipping Lead supervises the shipping team, coordinates workflow, and ensures effective inventory management to support seamless operations. **CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS** + Follows all policies and guidelines regarding workplace safety, product quality, and inventory control. + Successfully completes all site-specific training related to safety, quality, and shipping processes. + Supervises the preparation and packaging of materials and products for shipment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to customer requirements. + Verifies order quantities, packaging specifications, and shipping labels to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards. + Coordinates the loading of shipments, ensuring proper placement and securing of goods on transport vehicles. + Utilizes material handling equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack) to move goods safely. + Documents shipments in the inventory management system (e.g., SAP, Oracle), ensuring accurate records of outgoing orders. + Maintains up-to-date shipping records and ensures timely delivery of shipments to customers. + Communicates effectively with internal teams (e.g., procurement, inventory, and production) and external carriers to ensure timely and efficient deliveries. + Oversees the tracking of shipments, resolving any issues or discrepancies related to shipments or deliveries. + Assists in the training and development of new team members, ensuring compliance with shipping processes and safety protocols. + Conducts regular inspections of the shipping area to maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization. + Implements continuous improvement initiatives to enhance shipping processes, reduce errors, and optimize workflows. + Ensures adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for the shipping team. + Prepares and submits reports related to shipping activities, inventory levels, and performance metrics. **Organization Impact:** Contributes to division results and performance by ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient shipping operations. **POSITION REQUIREMENTS** **FORMAL EDUCATION:** Required: High School Diploma or GED **KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:** Required: + Minimum 6 months of relevant experience in shipping, warehouse, or logistics roles. + Ability to operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack). + Proficient in using inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle). + Strong attention to detail and ability to manage shipping discrepancies. + Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external partners. **DIMENSIONS** **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** + Must be able to sit, stand, hear, and see on a constant basis. + Must be able to walk, write, and type frequently. + Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. + Must be able to climb and descend stairs occasionally. + Must be able to bend, carry, reach, push, and pull occasionally. + Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing. + May work in noisy environments where hearing protection is required. + May be exposed to varying levels of dust and dirt. + Work surfaces may include concrete or warehouse floors. + Must be able to operate a computer and communicate via telephone. + Occasional travel to other locations, meetings, or seminars may be required. Salary range: $53,300.00 - $85,300.00 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 diversity, equity and inclusion 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 embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and 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