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CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY Warehouse Direct-to-Consumer Picking/Shipping Associate - Day Shift in Dayton, Ohio
Description Come be part of a team that strives to be the best, wins together, and is passionate about pets! General Pet Supply, a division of Central Pet & Garden Co. is currently seeking Warehouse Direct to Consumer Picking/Shipping Associates at our facility in Vandalia, OH. Full-time employees enjoy excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability, free life insurance, tuition reimbursement, product discounts and more! You will play an important role in helping the organization achieve our goal of providing a high level of customer satisfaction. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for tasks in relation to picking, packing and shipping direct-to-consumer orders and support small parcel shipments. utilizing RF scanner and various computer shipping software. SHIFT DETAILS Day Shift: Monday thru Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm STARTING WAGES Day Shift: Base Rate $17.00 - $19.00 per hour based on experience KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Inspect merchandise to ensure only quality product is used to complete the order. 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. Select food and/or accessory products to fill customer orders completely and accurately. Load and unload packages off the packing line and stack them on pallets. Utilize computer system and high-volume conveyor line to pack and prepare daily shipments using UPS, Fedex or other shipping software applications, including necessary paperwork, shipping labels and tracking information. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Work extended hours, 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. Follow all food safety policies and procedures including performing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning assignments and related activities as directed. Promote a safe work environment by following facility and company safety guidelines. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. QUALIFICATIONS 1 or more years related warehouse experience, preferred. RF scanner experience, preferred. Basic computer skills, required. Ability to count and perform basic math. Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds, and able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. WORKING CONDITIONS The warehouse is a non-climate-controlled facility. The outside temperature generally reflects the inside temperature with little air circulation. Must be able to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to dust. Must be able to wear safety glasses, safety vest and any other personal protective equipment as required for the facility/work area (i.e., gloves, safety shoes). This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned from time to time. BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Free Life and Disability Insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401k with company match Paid vacation and holidays Employee Assistance Program Access to thousands of free online courses Product discounts Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional) Referral program with cash bonus Access to on-demand pay Paid Parental Leave 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 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industr