Warehouse Associate

Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Pennsylvania, Pottsville
Mar 27, 2025
Description INTRODUCTION Come join the team at Kaytee in Pottsville, PA, where you have the opportunity to work with products for birds, hamsters, rabbits, and other small animals. We offer a clean work environment with clothing reimbursement, free prescription safety glasses, and safety shoe reimbursement. Other benefits include full medical, dental and vision coverage, free life and disability insurance and a full 3% match on your 401k contributions, along with a yearly profit sharing bonus. Our Pet Segment is seeking a 2nd Shift Warehouse Associate to be a part of our Kaytee division based in Pottsville, PA. You will be responsible for accurately picking and preparing orders, unloading trucks, loading trucks, and moving material throughout the facility. This position will also be responsible for some inventory functions including cycle counts. If you find your skills match the qualifications we are seeking below, we invite you to apply for this position! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Safely, accurately, and efficiently operate a forklift (sit-down). Accurately complete paperwork affecting inventory. Move product to appropriate storage locations Load trucks (as assigned) Unload trucks (as assigned) Pick Orders (as assigned) Ability to operate forklift throughout the facility safely. Keeps work area clean and orderly Understand and support the goals and objectives of the department Other tasks as assigned by the supervisor Responsible for reporting any Food Safety issues to authorized person QUALIFICATIONS Previous forklift (sit-down) or handcart experience (preferred). Must be able to perform basic math skills. Must have the ability to lift/handle up to 30 lbs. on a frequent basis. Must have the ability to lift/handle 31-60 lbs. on a moderate basis. Ability to work safely and efficiently. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION 1 year Warehousing experience Ability to communicate effectively with others and work in a team environment. Ability to work overtime as needed. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in a warehouse environment. Warehouse temperatures can vary due to outside temperatures. 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 employer discretionary contribution 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 certifications) Referral Program with cash bonus Access to on-demand pay Paid parental leave A more complete list of benefits can be found here www.CentralBenefits.org 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 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the 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, C&S, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. 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.