Night Shift Loader

Night Loader Position

We are searching for a Night Loader to work evenings in our Sun Pet Logistics Division out of Atlanta, Georgia. This position is responsible for loading and unloading merchandise as directed under general supervision. Central Garden & Pet Company understands that home is central to life and has nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. The Companys innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe.

Location: Atlanta, GA Shift Details: Monday- Thursday, 2pm- 1 am (Hours may vary)

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments as required; constant lifting of boxes weighing up to 100 pounds each.
• Loads trucks according to truck mapping and special instructions.
• Loads product in a manner to avoid damages and maintain load stability to ensure driver safety.
• Wraps pallets by machine or hand to ensure stability.
• Unloads and cleans out trucks as necessary.
• Prepares products for shipment under general supervision by weighing, handling and transporting as necessary. Marks, addresses, loads, and packs product for proper delivery and condition.
• Hand loads product onto trucks as required.
• Complies with all safety regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Ged Certificate
• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required
• Understand all unload procedures and the proper staging of all return products.
• Understanding of batching sheets, load sheets, pallet counts, cubing and depart times.
• Physical requirements include twisting, turning, bending, and climbing.
• Understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Working Conditions

• Warehouse environment.
• Work in a noisy environment at times.

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

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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