Small Animal Husbandry

Central Garden & Pet Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company in Atlanta, GA is hiring for a Sun Pet Distribution role in a fast-paced pet supply environment. Responsibilities include feeding and caring for small animals, loading/unloading trucks, picking orders, and safe forklift operation. Flexible schedule and teamwork are essential.

The position offers robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and access to employee programs and discounts.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits a must.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule if necessary.
• Willing to accept assign tasks.

Responsibilities

• Handle rats, hamsters, rabbits, and other small animals properly, training will be provided.
• Feed, clean and care for small animals, exposure to pet dander.
• Load trucks (as assigned)
• Unload trucks (as assigned)
• Pick Orders (as assigned)
• Ability to operate forklift throughout the facility safely.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly
• Understand and support the goals and objectives of the department
• Work assigned shift
• Communicate between lines and assist others when necessary to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Dependable

Flexible schedule

Forklift operation

Job description

Location: Atlanta, GA, United States
Date Posted: Oct 7, 2026
Job ID: JV-2599

Sun Pet Distribution is hiring in our Pet Segment! 5 Days a Week

Do you love pets and love working in a fast-paced environment? Our growing company has opportunities to work with birds, hamsters, rabbits, and other small animals. Our team works together to supply our customers with the nation’s top pets. If you are dependable, responsible, and committed to safety, this may be the job for you!

SHIFT DETAILS: Days and hours will vary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle rats, hamsters, rabbits, and other small animals properly, training will be provided.
• Feed, clean and care for small animals, exposure to pet dander.
• Load trucks (as assigned)
• Unload trucks (as assigned)
• Pick Orders (as assigned)
• Ability to operate forklift throughout the facility safely.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly
• Understand and support the goals and objectives of the department
• Work assigned shift
• Communicate between lines and assist others when necessary to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits a must
• Ability to work a flexible schedule if necessary
• Willing to accept assign tasks

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to walk and stand for up to 10 hours plus per shift
• Ability to step up onto a step about 18 inches in height
• Carry multiple buckets weighing 6lbs each
• Able to lift boxes up to 50lbs

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.