Warehouse Assistant - Xylem

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.

We are looking for an organized and motivated Warehouse Assistant to join our facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring inventory is processed, organized, and stored. They will also package, scan, and prepare orders for delivery. They must be comfortable working on their feet. They may also operate heavy machinery, or drive equipment, so a candidate with experience and a valid driver's license is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Move inventory and materials across facilities.
• Process inventory for delivery.
• Sort, organize and store inventory in the proper location.
• Package items and label them correctly.
• Scan delivered items and ensure quality.
• Report damaged or missing inventory to supervisors.
• Stack and organize large bulk items.

• Remove inventory from trucks or shipping and deliver to the proper location.
• Update logs and documentation for inventory processing.
• Move materials from facilities to workstations, pick-up locations, or other locations.
• Wear safety gear at all times.
• Operate heavy machinery like forklifts to move or store inventory.
• Ensure the workspace is free of debris and remove safety hazards from the aisles.
• Work as an active team member to complete team goals.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Completed Matric or equivalent.
• License or certification to operate heavy machinery as needed (Forklift, Reach Truck an added advantage).
• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role in a similar industry.
• Be able to stand on your feet for a prolonged amount of time.
• May need to bend, lift, carry, and stretch to perform duties.
• Physically able to lift heavy items.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Pays attention to detail and monitors the quality of inventory.
• Highly organized and able to store items efficiently.
• Must follow all health and safety procedures and regulations as dictated by the organization.
• Able to work overtime, weekends and public holidays on request.
• A valid driver's license is preferred.