<p>Description</p> <p>Come be part of a team that strives to be the best, wins together, and is passionate about pets! Central Pet Distribution, a division of Central Pet & Garden Co. is currently seeking Material Handlers-Order Selectors on All Shifts at our facility in Milwaukee, WI.</p> <p>Full-time employees enjoy excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability, free life insurance, tuition reimbursement, product discounts and more! You will play an important role in helping the organization achieve our goal of providing a high level of customer satisfaction.</p> <p>POSITION SUMMARY</p> <p>Responsible for tasks in relation to picking customer orders utilizing voice picking equipment to select, clean, pack and palletize food and accessory pet products. Expected to be able to perform all aspects of the job as described below.</p> <p>SHIFT DETAILS</p> <p>Day Shift: Monday thru Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm</p> <p>Evening Shift: Monday thru Friday, 3:30pm - 11:30pm</p> <p>Night Shift: Monday thru Friday, 5:30pm - 1:30am</p> <p>STARTING WAGES</p> <p>All Shifts: Base Rate $15.00 - $17.00 per hour based on experience</p> <p>Evening & Night Shifts: additional $2.00 per hour shift premium</p> <p>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <ul> <li> <p>Inspect merchandise to ensure only quality product is used to complete the order.</p> </li><li> <p>Meet production, quality, and accuracy levels as established by business unit. Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Select food and/or accessory products to fill customer orders completely and accurately.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Work extended hours, as required by operational needs.</p> </li><li> <p>Flexibility to work in other areas and departments, as needed. Must be able to cross train in other departmental areas.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain a clean workplace to avoid tripping hazards or other accidents. Follow all food safety policies and procedures including performing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning assignments and related activities as directed.</p> </li><li> <p>Promote a safe work environment by following facility and company safety guidelines. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.</p> </li><li> <p>Safely operate and become certified in use of electric pallet jack, walk-rider, and/or other required equipment.</p> </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li> <p>1 or more years related warehouse experience, preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Voice picking (Vocollect)/RF scanner experience, preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to count and perform basic math.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds, and able to stand and walk for long periods of time.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.</p> </li></ul> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS</p> <ul> <li>The warehouse is a non-climate-controlled facility. The outside temperature generally reflects the inside temperature with little air circulation. Must be able to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to dust. </li><li>Must be able to wear safety glasses, safety vest and any other personal protective equipment as required for the facility/work area (i.e., gloves, safety shoes). </li></ul> <p>This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned from time to time.</p> <p>BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS</p> <ul> <li> <p>Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Free Life and Disability Insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts</p> </li><li> <p>401k with company match</p> </li><li> <p>Paid vacation and holidays</p> </li><li> <p>Employee Assistance Program</p> </li><li> <p>Access to thousands of free online courses</p> </li><li> <p>Product discounts</p> </li><li> <p>Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)</p> </li><li> <p>Referral program with cash bonus</p> </li><li> <p>Access to on-demand pay</p> </li><li> <p>Paid Parental Leave</p> </li></ul> <p>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 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 www.central.com to learn more.</p> <p>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.</p>