Warehouse Associate

Central Garden & Pet; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Warehouse Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring customer satisfaction through accurate order fulfillment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, utilizing your skills in operating various warehouse equipment and maintaining high standards of quality. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, this organization provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous discounts. If you're detail-oriented and ready to contribute to a mission-driven team, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance

401k with 3% company match

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Education Assistance

Referral Program with cash bonus

Discounts on Pet supplies and more

Qualifications

• 1+ year prior warehouse experience, preferably in picking/packing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely filling of customer orders with product verification.
• Operate equipment like forklifts and RF scanning devices.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to lift and maneuver products

Flexibility for overtime

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric Jack

Stand-Up Reach Truck

Sit-Down Forklift

RF scanning device

Scan guns

Job description

Our Pet Segment is searching for a Warehouse Associate in our Monroe Township, NJ facility. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the accurate and timely filling of customer orders while consistently verifying (scanning) the product identification numbers and confirming item counts are accurate.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Filling customer orders by picking from pallet locations, ensuring correct product identification number, quantity, and quality of product.
• Experience operating Electric Jack, Stand-Up Reach Truck, and Sit-Down forklift. Order picker experience a plus.
• Must have prior Warehouse experience including pulling orders and use of an RF scanning device.
• Operate scan guns to track the movement and placement of merchandise.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• 1+ year prior warehouse/distribution center experience, preferably picking/packing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to place items in alpha/numeric sequence.
• Ability to perform manual labor and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction.
• Ability to effectively communicate with departmental personnel.
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused.
• Must be flexible to work overtime as needed.
• Lift and maneuver products.
• Performs other duties as required.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

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 profit-sharing bonus!
• 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 cash bonus.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry~Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone, and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California, and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. 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.