Freshwater AM Fish Picker

Central Garden & Pet; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Free Life and Disability Insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

On-demand pay

Referral Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Sun Pet in Atlanta, GA is hiring a Freshwater Fish Picker to support daily order fulfillment. The role requires handling fish with care, accurate counting, packaging, and labeling of live fish, with training provided.

You will work within a team, maintain cleanliness, and adapt to a flexible schedule to ensure timely completion of all orders. The position involves lifting up to 45 lbs, operating bag clipping and boxing processes, and collaborating across lines to meet delivery deadlines.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and reliability are required.
• Team environment and punctuality are important.
• Willingness to handle all assigned tasks and adapt to schedules.
• Some fish knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Match names from tickets and labels to correct item names on bins.
• Handle fish properly; training provided.
• Count fish accurately to match orders.
• Carry small water buckets and lift boxes 10–45 lbs.
• Work shifts until all orders are completed for the day.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Communicate between lines to ensure timely orders.
• Operate bag clipping machines and prepare bags with 50% water and 50% oxygen.
• Box orders and label boxes according to boxing requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Punctual

Attention to detail

Flexible schedule

Fish knowledge

Job description

Sun Pet in Atlanta, GA is looking to hire a Freshwater Fish Picker

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Match names from picking tickets and picking labels to the correct corresponding item name on a bin located on tanks via locations.
• Handle Fish properly; training is provided.
• Count fish accurately to match orders.
• Carry small buckets of water.
• Work assigned shift until all orders are completed for that day.
• Clean work area as assigned.
• Communicate between lines and assist others when necessary to complete orders timely.
• Able to operate bag clipping machines determining the appropriate bag size for species and number of fish per bucket. Consistently pack each bag 50% water and 50% oxygen.
• Able to box orders and label boxes according to all boxing requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Work well in a team environment.
• Punctual.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule if necessary.
• Willing to accept all assigned tasks.
• Some fish knowledge preferred.
• Able to pick, pack and label fish packed at the feeder table. Includes lifting boxes weighing 15-45 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Able to walk and stand for up to 10 hours plus per shift starting at 7:30am.
• Sitting frequently for rest breaks.
• Carry multiple buckets weighing about 2 lbs. each.
• Able to lift boxes of up to 10lbs.

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

Description

Sun Pet in Atlanta, GA is looking to hire a Freshwater Fish Picker

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Match names from picking tickets and picking labels to the correct corresponding item name on a bin located on tanks via locations.
• Handle Fish properly; training is provided.
• Count fish accurately to match orders.
• Carry small buckets of water.
• Work assigned shift until all orders are completed for that day.
• Clean work area as assigned.
• Communicate between lines and assist others when necessary to complete orders timely.
• Able to operate bag clipping machines determining the appropriate bag size for species and number of fish per bucket. Consistently pack each bag 50% water and 50% oxygen.
• Able to box orders and label boxes according to all boxing requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Attention to detail.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Punctual.
• Great Attendance.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule if necessary.
• Willing to accept all assigned tasks.
• Some fish knowledge preferred.
• Able to pick, pack and label fish packed at the feeder table. Includes lifting boxes weighing 15-45 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Able to walk and stand for up to 10 hours plus per shift starting at 7:30am.
• Sitting frequently for rest breaks.
• Carry multiple buckets weighing about 2 lbs. each.
• Able to lift boxes of up to 10lbs.

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 Zoёcon®. 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.