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1st Shift Line Associate - Bedding

Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Chilton
521 Clay Street (Show on map)
Mar 10, 2025

Description

Central Garden & Pet/Kaytee is currently looking for a 1st Shift Line Associate to join our team in the Bedding Department at Kaytee in Chilton, WI. Your primary role is to properly package and palletize product according to company specifications and assisting operators with changeovers. If you find your skills match the qualifications we are seeking below, we invite you to apply for this position!
At Kaytee, you have the opportunity to work with products for birds, hamsters, rabbits and other small animals. We offer a safe, 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!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Package and palletize product according to specifications
  • Assist operator with packaging of product; check for quality seals and proper code date placement
  • Assist operator with changeover procedures
  • Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion
  • Understand and support the goals and objectives of the department
  • Comply with all safety rules and company policies
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor
  • Responsible for reporting any Food Safety issues to authorized personnel for correction.
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:
  • High school diploma preferred
  • Must have the ability to bend, twist, turn and climb
  • Must have the ability to lift/handle up to 2-30 lbs. on a frequent basis
  • Must have the ability to lift/handle 31-60 lbs. on a moderate basis
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner
  • Possess solid organizational skills
WORKING CONDITIONS :
  • Work is performed in a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
  • Work temperatures can vary due to outside temperatures.
  • Hours of work will generally be during normal business hours and average at least 40 hours a week.
  • There may be some variation in work hours due to overtime, special projects, deadlines, and other concerns.
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Onsite Wellness Center with Nurse Practitioner and Physical Therapist for employees, spouse, and dependent children.
  • 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
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.
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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