Production Line Associate

Central Garden & Pet Company; Eatonton (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company in Eatonton, GA is seeking a Production Line Associate to support our Gro Tec Division's manufacturing operations. You will work on the production line, bagging, stacking, labeling, and ensuring the schedule is met safely and efficiently.

Candidates should be physically able to lift up to 65 lbs occasionally, stand for long periods, and perform indoor/outdoor tasks. Overtime and weekend work may be required; safety and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced warehouse

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 65 lbs occasionally and 10–50 lbs frequently.
• Must be able to work on your feet for extended periods.
• Indoor and Outdoor work will be required.
• Frequent stooping, squatting, overhead lifting, and walking.
• Overtime and weekends may be required.
• Able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Work in the manufacturing/production area, including bagging, stacking, and labeling products.
• Work closely with other workers to maintain production schedule and efficiency.
• Work safely around belts, heat sealers, and forklifts.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Lifting 65 lbs

Standing long periods

Job description

Location: Eatonton, GA, United States
Date Posted: Oct 8, 2026
Job ID: JV-2608

Our Gro Tec Division is searching for an experienced Production Line Associate in our Eatonton, Georgia, location. This position requires qualified candidates to be safety-conscious and able to perform required functions productively, working with tight schedules and deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Work in the manufacturing/production area, which will include bagging, stacking, and labelling products.
• Work closely with other workers while maintaining the necessary speed of the job to ensure the production schedule is met with efficiency.
• Work safely in a production environment with numerous belts, heat sealers, and forklifts.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to lift 65 lbs. occasionally and 10 – 50 lbs. frequently.
• Must be able to work on your feet for extended periods.
• Indoor and Outdoor work will be required.
• Frequent stooping, squatting, overhead lifting, and walking.
• Work Overtime and weekends as required.
• Able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time position in a warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.

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.