What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freshwater Packout Associate position at Central Garden & Pet?
We are searching for a Day Shift Freshwater Fish Picker to work in our Pet Segment, providing production support to fulfil our sales orders at our Segrest Farms, Gibsonton Location. This position involves picking fish according to orders received, bagging, checking, and boxing for accurate shipment to our vendors to meet daily deadlines. If you find your skills match the qualifications we are seeking below, we invite you to apply for this position!
MEASURES OF SUCCESS
- Match names from picking tickets and picking labels to the correct corresponding item name on a bin located on tanks via locations.
- Handle Fish properly; training is provided.
- Count fish accurately to match orders.
- Carry small buckets of water.
- Work assigned shift until all orders are completed for that day.
- Clean work area as assigned.
- Communicate between lines and assist others when necessary to complete orders timely.
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES
- Attention to detail.
- Work well in a team environment.
- Punctual.
- Great Attendance.
- Be able to work a flexible schedule if necessary.
- Willing to accept all assigned tasks.
- Some fish knowledge preferred.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Able to walk and stand for up to 10 hours plus per shift starting at 6:00am.
- Ability to step up onto a step about 18 inches in height repeatedly.
- Carry multiple buckets weighing about 2 lbs. each.
- Able to lift boxes of up to 50lbs.
- Ability to work with the following ingredients and mixtures:
- Methylene Blue
- Nitrofurazone
- Furazone
- Fish Calmer
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) 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.
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