Seasonal Warehouse Worker

Central Garden & Pet Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Access to online courses

Discounts on cell phones, movieTickets

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company is seeking a Warehouse Worker to support receiving, storing, and distributing materials in our Fort Wayne, IN facility. The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and commitment to safety.

You will operate forklifts and material handling equipment, prepare orders, and maintain a clean, efficient warehouse environment. The position emphasizes teamwork across departments to ensure timely shipments and accurate inventory, with a standard

Qualifications

• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in receiving, storing and shipping.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory and keep warehouse orderly.
• Understanding of safety protocols and PPE usage in warehouse operations.
• Effective verbal communication with team members and managers.
• Comfortable using dock plates, carts and ladders up to 18 feet tall.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments and verify accuracy against packing slips or POs; report discrepancies.
• Store materials and organize inventory in designated locations.
• Pick and prepare materials for shipping; ensure orders are complete and ready for delivery.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to move materials within the warehouse.
• Label and prepare products for shipment; ensure correct packaging and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Safety protocols

Verbal communication

PPE usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Location: Fort Wayne, IN, United States
Date Posted: Oct 22, 2026
Job ID: JV-2507

The Warehouse Worker is responsible for performing a variety of tasks within the warehouse of a manufacturing plant, including receiving, storing, and distributing materials and products. This role involves working closely with other departments to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of goods through the warehouse, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting the overall operations of the manufacturing plant.

WORK SCHEDULE

7-3:30pm, M-Fri; OT required during peak season.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Unload incoming shipments, verify the accuracy of shipments against packing slips or purchase orders, and inspect goods for damage. Record and report discrepancies or damages to the Warehouse Coordinator or Manager.
• Properly store materials and products in designated locations within the warehouse. Organize and maintain inventory in a neat and accessible manner.
• Pick and prepare materials and products for shipping using manual stocking. Ensure that orders are complete, accurate, and ready for delivery in a timely manner.
• Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, to move materials and products within the warehouse and to/from loading docks and production areas.
• Assist with labeling and preparing products for shipment. Ensure that shipments are correctly packaged, labeled, and documented according to company and customer specifications.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Report any safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, or accidents immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the warehouse, including sweeping, disposing of waste, and organizing storage areas.
• Other duties as requested, including general housekeeping of plant/warehouse

QUALIFICATIONS

• High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in receiving, storing, and shipping materials and products.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory and maintain an orderly warehouse environment.
• Understanding of safety protocols and regulations related to warehouse operations and material handling.
• Effective verbal communication skills for coordinating with team members and reporting to management.
• Comfortable using dock plates, carts and ladders up to 18 feet tall.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification to operate a forklift or willingness to obtain certification.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit, bend, twist, stoop, stand and walk for at least 3 hours at a stretch, over an 8 or 10-hour shift, with 15-minute breaks.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• 401k
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!

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.

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.