Kit Assembler

Description

This position is responsible for setting up machinery, lifting, packaging and filling aquarium with specified materials and completing a final inspection of the product. 

Shift Details: Monday – Thursday 5am – 3:30pm with Potential OT on Fridays

Location: Plant 1

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up tape machine, glue machine, and the automatic palletizer.
• Package aquariums and lift them onto roller line .
• Fill kit with specified components.
• Complete a final inspection of the product.
• Clean up work area, dispose of cardboard and garbage.
• Prepare for next day’s production.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast paced team environment.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to stand/walk for a 10-hour shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Plant environment with periodic visits to the office area of the plant.
• Exposed to any number of elements, but none present to the extent of being disagreeable.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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 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 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.