Shipping Supervisor

Green Garden Products, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, the number one supplier of top-quality flower seeds and non?GMO vegetable seeds for the gardening industry, is now hiring a Shipping Supervisor for the Lockbourne, Ohio facility. This is an exempt, full?time position with a pay range of $52,000-$57,000. The Shipping Supervisor position is responsible for all production, quality and cost. This position requires a hands?on ability to dive into the shipping and receiving operation, while operating in a safe environment and working with the Shipping and Picking Managers to process orders as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and run daily shipping/receiving operations
• Plan operator assignments and manage the outbound control log
• Supervise the put?away of finished goods and raw materials
• Must be flexible to work in other departments and/or on projects as needed during off?peak seasons
• Take responsibility for planning, output, standard costs and quality
• Supervise a team of forklift operators
• Complete forklift train the trainer certification
• Support the shipping manager and act as a backup to the shipping manager
• Contribute to the inventory counting process
• Collect, monitor and analyze operational data to trigger corrective actions
• Manage daily production paperwork flow and completion, including agency temporary data
• Promote a trusting and positive working culture in the facility
• Commit to facility safety procedures
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Extremely strong organization skills and a proven ability to multi?task
• Strong management skills, ability to work with a large flow of temporary staff
• Ability to analyze and adjust data to meet production standards
• Positive attitude willing to lead by example with commitment to excellence
• Adequate knowledge of business and management principles
• Familiarity with manufacturing operations and forklift trained
• Adaptability and flexibility with ever changing business needs
• Ability to professionally communicate within all levels of the organization

Minimum Experience & Education

• High School Diploma
• Previous Supervisory experience preferred

Working Conditions

• Warehouse environment

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Work is conducted in a warehouse environment with temperature changes depending on the season.

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 time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Access to on-demand pay

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 Companys 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 Zo?con. 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.
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