Shipping and Receiving Associate

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with
nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group
designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource
regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Veolia’s Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of
experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water
scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more
sustainable future.

Job Description

Job Summary
This position supports Warehouse Operations and Logistics in Woodridge, Illinois, within a fast-paced environment. The Shipping & Receiving Associate is responsible for executing daily shipping, receiving, and inventory tasks while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and organization. This role requires a hands-on individual who can balance physical warehouse responsibilities with system-based order and shipment processing activities.

Key Characteristics

• Detail-Oriented
• Reliable
• Safety Minded
• Organized

Duties & Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and stage orders accurately and efficiently
• Prepare shipments and create shipping labels (UPS, FedEx, or similar systems)
• Operate a stand-up reach truck forklift to move, load, and organize inventory
• Receive, inspect, and put away incoming materials
• Support inventory-related tasks, including counting and tracking stock as needed
• Update and maintain order and shipment information within ERP or warehouse systems to support accurate fulfillment and tracking
• Maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, and safe working conditions
• Follow all OSHA guidelines and company safety standards

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to lift and move materials (up to 45 lbs) and remain on your feet throughout the shift
• Proficiency with ERP or warehouse systems (e.g., JD Edwards or similar) to support order processing and shipment activities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment, including a stand-up reach truck forklift

Education & Experience

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior warehouse experience in a fast-paced environment
• Current stand-up reach truck forklift certification with hands-on operating experience (Crown or similar equipment)
• Experience with picking, packing, and shipping processes
• Experience navigating ERP or warehouse systems to support order processing and shipment activities
• Strong communication skills and reliability

Preferred:

• Experience with UPS, FedEx, or similar shipping systems
• Additional inventory or warehouse systems experience

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger
communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder
and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we
also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Compensation - The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles.  The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity.  Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: 23.00 to 25.00 an hour
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this
posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable
law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not
sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a
current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and
candidate profiles will be deemed the property of Veolia, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

 

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.