We are searching for a Day Loader to work in our Sun Pet Logistics Division out of Atlanta, Georgia. This position is responsible for loading and unloading merchandise as directed under general supervision. If you find your skills match the qualifications we are seeking below, we invite you to apply for this position!

At 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 www.central.com to learn more.

Location: Atlanta, GA

Shift Details: Monday-Friday, 8a-5pm

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Loads and unloads 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 insure 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.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• 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
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

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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