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The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe.  We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

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Forklift Operator

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator reports to the Value Stream Manager for the Warehouse and is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment while receiving, storing & distributing all supplies, parts, & equipment purchased from outside sources or products returned by customer.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming material

• Check condition of material, verify part numbers, quantities, & check against bills of lading, packing lists or other forms. 
• Match RMA paperwork to returned goods and route to production for testing, rework or repair. 
• Utilize available material handling equipment to perform required duties. 
• Perform other receiving & storage duties incidental to the work.

Material handling

• Transfer components to and from machine shop to warehouse or value stream. 
• Perform cycle count duties as related to maintaining perpetual inventory record accuracy.
• Responsible for organizing & consolidating correct packing, packaging & skidding of material to order requirements.

General daily duties

• Ability to work overtime including weekends as needed.
• Follows all established safety policies. 
• Work as a team member, but also be able to work independently.
• Perform daily cleaning and organizational duties to maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Break apart wood crates.  Fill roll-off containers with wood and metal waste. 
• Collect and crush cardboard waste from throughout the facility

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Optimizes Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Self-Development – Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years’ certified forklift experience
• Inventory experience preferred  
• Continuous standing, bending, and lifting up to 40lbs required
• Ability to operate an order picker at rack heights of up to 20 feet
• Ability to read and interpret shipping schedules
• Must be detailed oriented and possess time management skills
• Requires basic computer skills  
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work standard shift of 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm with flexibility to work overtime and Saturdays  

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

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Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran