Machine Operator

Central Garden & Pet Company; Missouri; On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with 3% company match

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Referral Program with cash bonus

Access to online courses

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company in Greenfield, Missouri, is hiring a Machine Operator to support the manufacturing line. You will perform quality checks on packaged products, relay product requirements to teammates, and help train coworkers while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

The role requires physical ability to lift 55 pounds, effective teamwork, and clear English communication in a fast-paced environment. Full-time position with potential for growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift at least 55 pounds.
• Must work well with others.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Able to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Quality control for what is packaged on the line.
• Communicate product and requirements to other line workers.
• Help train other coworkers as needed.
• Keep the area clean, and organized, and report any unsafe conditions.

Skills

Lifting capability (55 lbs)

Team collaboration

English literacy

Job description

Location: Greenfield, MO, United States
Date Posted: Sep 20, 2026
Job ID: JV-2439

Pennington Seed/ Central Garden & Pet Company is a l eader in the lawn care industry . We seek a highly motivated, conscientious, and trustworthy individual to join our team as a Machine Operator in Greenfield, Missouri.

Location:

• Greenfield , MO

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality control for what is packaged on the line.
• Communicate product and requirements to other line workers
• Help train other coworkers as needed.
• Keep the area clean, and organized, and report any unsafe conditions.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift at least 55 pounds.
• Must work well with others.
• Must be able to speak, read , and write English.
• A ble to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position in a manufacturing environment.
• The work environment may be dusty.
• Must be able to stand and walk consistently.

Benefits Package & Employee Programs:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term 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
• Discounts on pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with a cash bonus
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• 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 .