Pennington Seed is searching for an experienced Forklift Operator for our Madison, GA location. This position requires qualified candidates to be safety conscious and able to perform required functions in a productive manner, working with tight schedules and deadlines.

MEASURE OF SUCCESS

• Must be able to at minimum operate a sit-down LPG Forklift.
• The ability to operate a stand-up reach lift is a plus.
• Perform work in accordance with established safety policies and procedures; comply with all work rules, standards, instructions, and requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace and follow required safety procedures; notify Warehouse Manager of any safety or mechanical issues.
• Safely and efficiently operate forklift while loading/ unloading trucks, stocking warehouse and rotating stock. Rotate stock as needed for (FIFO) First in First Out, freshness and quality efficiency.
• Work well with coworkers and be flexible in performing a variety of job tasks.
• Utilize SAP to print required documents for loading trucks.
• Able to carry out the above responsibilities and all others job duties involving production that may be assigned in a manner that demonstrates good judgment, common sense, support and adherence to Central’s Safety Policy and Procedures, Quality Policy and Procedures and the Ethics Policy.
• Able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• 3+ years forklift warehouse experience
• Must be able to read, analyze and interpret documents relating to the job, function, or project assignment by making decisions when identifying in-process problems, and the ability to deal with a variety of job assignments.
• Must be willing to learn SAP software program functions. SAP experience is a plus
• VoCollect Experience is a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Manual labor required in position (i.e., frequently lifting 50 lb. bags materials)
• Daily use of industrial equipment (i.e., forklift and other material handling equipment)
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Must be able to work on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Frequent stooping, squatting, overhead lifting, and walking.
• Work Overtime and weekends as required.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to thousands of free online courses

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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