Central Garden & Pet
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Description Kaytee (Central Garden & Pet) is currently looking to fill a 1st shift Line Associate position in Chilton, WI. As a Line Associate your primary role is to properly package and palletize product according to company specifications and assist operators with changeovers. If 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 clean work environment with free uniforms, an 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; a full 3% match on 401(k) contributions; and a yearly profit‑sharing bonus.
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
Qualifications
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.
1st shift works from 6AM to 2PM Monday‑Friday.
Benefits Package & Employee Programs
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Free life and short‑term disability insurance
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
401(k) with 3% company match and annual profit‑sharing bonus
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave program
Employee assistance program
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more
Education assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
Referral program with cash bonus
On‑site wellness center
Employee 24‑hr onsite gym
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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part‑time
Job function Other
Industries Manufacturing
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Description Kaytee (Central Garden & Pet) is currently looking to fill a 1st shift Line Associate position in Chilton, WI. As a Line Associate your primary role is to properly package and palletize product according to company specifications and assist operators with changeovers. If 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 clean work environment with free uniforms, an 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; a full 3% match on 401(k) contributions; and a yearly profit‑sharing bonus.
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
Qualifications
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.
1st shift works from 6AM to 2PM Monday‑Friday.
Benefits Package & Employee Programs
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Free life and short‑term disability insurance
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
401(k) with 3% company match and annual profit‑sharing bonus
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave program
Employee assistance program
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more
Education assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
Referral program with cash bonus
On‑site wellness center
Employee 24‑hr onsite gym
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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part‑time
Job function Other
Industries Manufacturing
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