Shipping and Receiving Associate

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 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.

About the role

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.

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

Requirements

• 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
• 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 Qualifications

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

Benefits

• 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

Pay

The salary range for this role is $23.00 to $25.00 an hour, based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity.