Warehouse Associate Nights - Central Garden & Pet

Description

Central Pet Distribution is hiring Warehouse Associates! Night 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 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 in Dallas, Texas  

Shift Details: 5 Day Work Week. Night Shift Monday through Friday 4:00 pm - 1:00 am or later, shift works until finished. Ability to work OT as needed.  

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:  

• This is a production environment. Associate will have hourly production goals to achieve.  

• Process transactions utilizing RF technology and/or identify items on paper pick ticket according to bin location, part number, and/or description.  

• Pick orders that are scheduled to ship that day and package merchandise to ensure safe transport.  

• Inspect merchandise to ensure only quality product is used to complete the order.  

• Accurately review counts of all incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against invoices, orders or other records.  

• Unpack, examine and route incoming shipments; record shortages and reject damaged items.  

• Utilize pallet jacks, stand-up reach forklift and sit-down forklift where applicable.  

• Keep area clean and neat at all times.  

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:  

• Warehouse professionals with 2+ years related warehouse experience  

• Experience in a production environment  

• Proven track record of hitting hourly production rates  

• Emphasis on ensuring product is sent to customers with the highest quality  

• 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 for certain roles  

• 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  

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  

• Access to thousands of free online courses

• Discount on pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!  

• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications) 

• Referral Program with cash bonus  

• Paid parental leave 

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.