Job Description

General Pet Supply


Work Location: OH - Fairfield
Job Code: 10258


Central Pet Distribution is hiring Warehouse Associates! Day shift Monday through Friday

Do you love pets and love working in a fast-paced environment? Our growing company is seeking experienced warehouse associates to pull merchandise to complete orders from pick tickets, and load/unload trucks with pet supply products to be delivered to pet retailers. Our Pet Distribution team works together to supply our customers with the nation’s top brands of pet supplies like Nylabone, Kaytee, and Aqueon. If you are dependable, responsible and committed to safety, this may be the job for you!

Location: Central Pet Distribution Center at 8550 Deward Rd, Ste 100, Fairfield, OH 45011

Shift Details: Day Shift starting at 7:30am until 4:30pm, 5 day work week Monday through Friday

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:

• Applying bills of lading for outbound shipments
• Inspect merchandise to ensure only quality product is used to complete the order.
• Accurately review counts of all incoming shipments. Record shortages and reject damaged items.
• Receive incoming goods by unloading trucks and shipping containers. Prepare outgoing shipments, as needed.
• Assist the inventory department in completing cycle counts, as needed.
• Meet production, quality, and accuracy levels as established by business unit. Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Provide training to other associates as needed.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance. Works extended hours, outside of regular shift schedule, as required by operational needs.
• Flexibility to work in other areas and departments, as needed. Must be able to cross-train in other departmental areas.
• Maintain a clean workplace to avoid tripping hazards or other accidents. Promote a safe work environment by following facility and company safety guidelines.
• Ability to effectively communicate with manager and co-workers. Ability to comprehend and carry out simple instructions.
• Operate and be certified in operating an electric pallet jack and/or order picker when picking orders or putting product away.
• Operate and be certified in operating a standing reach truck/forklift for putting away product, replenishments, and picking orders.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:

• 1+ year related warehouse experience
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment
• Ability to read and write legibly in English, carry out oral instructions in English, count and do basic math
• Forklift experience and RF scanner experience preferred
• Ability to lift and move up to 60 pounds, safely, with or without accommodation
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is conducted in a warehouse environment with temperature changes depending on the season
• Working with or near conveyors depending on assignment

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount on Pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay

At Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA), we believe home is at the center of our lives, and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy and healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.