Description

Seeking two Shipping Coordinators (one 1st shift, one 2nd shift) to be a part of our Central Garden & Pet, at our Kaytee division based in Chilton, WI. You will be responsible for managing logistics of the inbound/outbound movement of product at the distribution center and responsible for maintaining customer accounts from the distribution center.

Love animals? These roles offer the opportunity to work with products for birds, hamsters, rabbits and other small animals. We offer a 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!

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Responsible for checking drivers in at the window, verifying load, and delivery numbers. Record the times the drivers report at the window and log it into the trucking book; manage wait times and communicate with the supervisors anytime a truck is here for more than a half hour.
• Responsible for booking the inbound appointment times with trucking companies making sure not to over book one time slot or shift. Keep an open line of communication with supervisor on inbound/outbound trailers throughout the day.
• Enter orders into specific websites to initiate the logistic process, as well as contact other customers with their pick up information.
• Create bill of ladings.
• Map orders.
• Act as a backup in most aspects to the rest of distribution center office staff.
• Make inbound and outbound appointments.
• Book inbound and outbound freight.
• Check shortages and generate orders as time allows, making sure there are enough orders ran.
• Coordinate claims with Senior Logistics Coordinator for lost or damaged product.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma.
• Ability to use a variety of computer software; Excel, Word, SAP, Outlook, etc.
• Problem solving and organizational skills are required.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to maintain a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed largely in the warehouse office environment.
• Hours of work will generally be during 1st shift hours and average at least 40 hours a week.
• There will be some variation in work hours due to employee shift schedules, special projects, deadlines and other concerns.

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 cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
• Referral Program with cash bonus.

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.