General Warehouse/Forklift Driver

Green Garden Products, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, is now seeking General Warehouse/Forklift Drivers for the Lockbourne, Ohio facility. This is a non-exempt, full-time position. Monday through Friday, start time 7:00 am. The General Warehouse/Forklift Driver maintains production flow to and from the production line and coordinates inbound and outbound loads to meet production needs and customer orders during shipping season. The employee will be required to work the production lines during offseason which includes but is not limited to, light assembly, pick pack, pack out, tray building and pallet build. Key Responsibilities

Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and safely stack them to assigned places Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies Transport raw materials to production workstations Daily safety and maintenance check of vehicle, report any concerns Keep updated accurate records of inventory and activity logs Comply with company policies and legal guidelines Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities Follow all safety requirements and standards per guidelines Support production lines as needed as a line associate, includes: light assembly, pick pack, pallet build, pack out, tray building and any area deemed necessary to meet business needs. Other duties to assist production as requested Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required Proven experience as forklift operator utilizing various machines including high reach; minimum 1 year Valid certification to operate forklifts Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment Effective listening, communication (verbal and written) Manage time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities Strong organizational skills 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 Employee assistance program Access to thousands of free online courses Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more! Access to on-demand pay Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of standing and walking. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Work is conducted in a warehouse environment with temperature changes depending on the season. Central Garden & Pet Company 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. 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.