Shipping Coordinator 2nd shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Seeking a Shipping Coordinators (2nd shift) to be a part of our Central Garden & Pet, at our Kaytee division based in Chilton, WI. You will be responsible for managing logistics of the inbound/outbound movement of product at the distribution center and responsible for maintaining customer accounts from the distribution center.

Love animals? These roles offer the opportunity to work with products for birds, hamsters, rabbits and other small animals.  We offer a clean work environment with free uniforms, onsite fitness center and an onsite Health & Wellness clinic for employees and their families. Other benefits include full medical, dental and vision coverage, free life and disability insurance, and a full 3% match on your 401k contributions, along with a yearly profit-sharing bonus. If you find your skills match the qualifications we are seeking below, we invite you to apply for this position!

• Responsible for checking drivers in at the window, verifying load, and delivery numbers. Record the times the drivers report at the window and log it into the trucking book; manage wait times and communicate with the supervisors anytime a truck is here for more than a half hour.
• Responsible for booking the inbound appointment times with trucking companies making sure not to over book one time slot or shift. Keep an open line of communication with supervisor on inbound/outbound trailers throughout the day.
• Enter orders into specific websites to initiate the logistic process, as well as contact other customers with their pick up information.
• Create bill of ladings.
• Map orders.
• Act as a backup in most aspects to the rest of distribution center office staff.
• Make inbound and outbound appointments.
• Book inbound and outbound freight.
• Check shortages and generate orders as time allows, making sure there are enough orders ran.
• Coordinate claims with Senior Logistics Coordinator for lost or damaged product.

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma.
• Ability to use a variety of computer software; Excel, Word, SAP, Outlook, etc.
• Problem solving and organizational skills are required.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to maintain a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

• Work is performed largely in the warehouse office environment. 
• Hours of work will generally be during 2nd shift hours and average at least 40 hours a week.
• There will be some variation in work hours due to employee shift schedules, special projects, deadlines and other concerns.

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
• Onsite Wellness Center
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Discounts on 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) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro?, Aqueon?, Best Bully Sticks?, Cadet?, C&S?, Farnam?, Ferry-Morse?, Kaytee?, Nylabone?, Pennington?, Sevin? and Zoёcon?. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. 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.