Job Description

General Pet Supply


Work Location: WI - Franklin
Job Code: 10322


We are looking for aProduction Technicianto join our team inFranklin, WI.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• The successful candidate will be responsible to learn to operate all equipment with an automated product build cell rotating between positions every 2-3 hours.
• Candidates will operate a forklift as required, assist in line startup and shutdown procedures perform level one PM's while maintaining a high level of safety and quality awareness.
• Candidate performs work required for the assembly of aquarium tanks at a rate of QTY- 70 units (tanks)/ HR.
• The position will involve material handling, assembly, cleaning, inspecting, and packaging of product.
• Must perform all duties in a professional manner and work as a member of a team.
• May be subject to extended hours (overtime) as required or shift configuration changes based on volume / demand.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• Ensure compliance with all Safety and Quality standards, processes, procedures.
• Ability to work overtime for vacation coverage and training purposes.
• Must maintain excellent attendance reliability.
• Perform Cleaning and Inspection and packaging of product in accordance with BOM’s and quality standards.
• Ensure proper operation of equipment (Startup, verification of processes via HMI, basic troubleshooting, cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, tightening, etc.)
• Communicate with all operators on the same shift and between shifts to ensure continuous line productivity and effective operations.
• Lay out materials such as glass racks, frames, silicone drums and operate forklift for line replenishment and take away of finish product.
• Build / Assembly tanks at a rate of QTY 70 10G tanks / HR or better.
• Work with systems to record job status, time spent and material tracking.
• Must identify acceptable quality of finished product. Have a strong commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Use of hand tools
• Cleaning of work cell.
• Position requires person to stand, bend and move about the facility and able to lift up to 50lbs. Able to work on foot for extended periods of time.
• Steady work history.
• Must have a good attendance record and verifiable work references.
• Other duties as assigned to support all areas of the operation

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to stand/walk for an entire shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Plant environment with periodic visits to the office area of the plant.
• Exposed to any number of elements, but none present to the extent of being disagreeable.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term 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
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
• Referral Program with cash bonus

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on amission to leadthe future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry~Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visit 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.