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Animal Maintenance (CARE)

Central Garden & Pet
West Haven, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

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Description

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, and reptiles in our Fish Mart location in West Haven, CT. 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!

Location: Fish Mart in West Haven, CT

Shift Details: Monday thru Thursday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, Some weekends (Hours and Days may vary)

Key Responsibilities

  • Match item numbers from picking tickets and picking labels to correct corresponding item numbers.
  • Handle small birds, 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.
  • Great Attendance
  • 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.
  • Able to lift boxes up to 50lbs.

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 2023 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 is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 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.

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