Coating Line Operator

Central Garden & Pet Company; Lebanon (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Free Life and Disability Insurance

Health and Dependent Care Flexible FS

401k with 3% company match

Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Access to thousands of free online

Discounts on cell phones, movieTickets

Education Assistance

Referral Program with cash bonus

Access to on-demand pay

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company in Lebanon, OR is seeking a manufacturing operator to run coating line machinery and support daily production targets. You will read and follow blendsheets, adjust settings, monitor quality, and document production activity to ensure batch consistency.

We value reliability, basic mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment. Offering a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay, this role provides opportunities to

Qualifications

• Experience with coating line equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and execute production blendsheets.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable with consistent attendance and shift availability.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting.
• Commitment to safe production in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Operate coating line machinery safely and efficiently to meet daily production goals.
• Follow and maintain production blendsheets accurately to ensure proper product formulation, material usage, and batch consistency.
• Set up, adjust, and monitor machine settings to maintain coating quality and operational performance standards.
• Conduct routine product checks and communicate quality concerns or operational issues to leadership promptly.
• Monitor product flow, seed treatment application, and equipment performance to ensure consistent output.
• Complete accurate production documentation, including blendsheets, material usage, downtime tracking, and shift reports.
• Perform routine cleanouts, sanitation procedures, and product changeovers to maintain quality and prevent contamination.
• Inspect equipment, hoses, and operational systems for wear, blockages, or malfunctions and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Coating line equip

Blendsheets

Attention to detail

Reliability

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Job description

Location: Lebanon, OR, United States
Date Posted: Oct 22, 2026
Job ID: JV-2635

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate coating line machinery safely and efficiently to meet daily production goals.
• Follow and maintain production blendsheets accurately to ensure proper product formulation, material usage, and batch consistency.
• Set up, adjust, and monitor machine settings to maintain coating quality and operational performance standards.
• Conduct routine product checks and communicate quality concerns or operational issues to leadership promptly.
• Monitor product flow, seed treatment application, and equipment performance to ensure consistent output.
• Complete accurate production documentation, including blendsheets , material usage, downtime tracking, and shift reports.
• Perform routine cleanouts, sanitation procedures, and product changeovers to maintain quality and prevent contamination.
• Inspect equipment, hoses, and operational systems for wear, blockages, or malfunctions and report maintenance needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of manufacturing or coating line equipment preferred.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and execute production blendsheets .
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product accuracy.
• Proven reliability, consistent attendance, and ability to work scheduled shifts.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Manufacturing environment requires standing, walking, lifting, and working around production equipment.
• May require flexible hours, overtime, and shift adjustments based on production demands.

POSITION INFORMATION

• This position pays $ 20 per hour depending on experience

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

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro ®, Aqueon ®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam ®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone ®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zo ё con ®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.