Shipping Coordinator

Shipping CoordinatorGreen Garden Products, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, is now seeking a Shipping Coordinator for the Lockbourne, Ohio, facility. This is an hourly, full-time position. Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) is a leading innovator, marketer, and producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden supplies markets. The shipping coordinator organizes the shipping and receiving flow throughout the facility. This position pays $15-$20 per hour depending upon experience.Key Responsibilities:Creates FedEx labels for ground shippingMaintains scanners for the warehouseResponsible for orders to ship on timePrint labels, pick sheets, and BOLs for the warehouseCommunicate with the warehouse on scheduled appointmentsMaintains truck schedule spreadsheetsChecks in truck drivers for correct shipment and assigns a bay door for loadingScans paperwork to the corporate officeSchedules inbound truck shipment appointmentsCalls the carrier's hub for pickupFiles paperworkCommunicates product availabilityParticipates in weekly morning meetings with the teamReturn product – fills out paperwork and replenishes to stockResponsibilities may vary within the scope of the shipping processProvides support in any other related areas when neededPicking packets for custom ordersOther duties as assignedSeason-end return processEstablish good working relationships with warehouse staffRequired to work in the warehouse from April through AugustQualifications:High school diploma or equivalentGreat multi-tasking skillsPunctual and dependableShipping experience preferredMust be organized with great attention to detailAdvanced Excel knowledge preferredWorks as a team playerPersonable and able to communicate effectively with all levels within the organizationPhysical Requirements:Prolonged periods of standing and walkingMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 poundsWork is conducted in a warehouse environment with temperature changes depending on the seasonBenefits Package & Employee Programs:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceFree life and disability insuranceHealth and dependent care flexible spending accounts401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contributionPaid vacation, holidays, and sick timeEmployee assistance programAccess to thousands of free online coursesDiscounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!Access to on-demand payA more complete list of benefits can be found here Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA), we believe home is at the center of our lives, and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy and healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China, and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at 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. Green Garden Products participates in E-Verify.