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Description

The Shipping Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the shipping and receiving department, including production efficiency, product quality, cost control, and team performance. This role requires a hands-on leader who can actively support daily operations while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. This position is located at Green Garden Products in Norton, Massachusetts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, direct, manage daily shipping and receiving operations and picking.
• Assign operators and manage the outbound control log.
• Oversee the put-away process for finished goods and raw materials including the Seed room.
• Provide cross-departmental support and assist with special projects during off-peak seasons.
• Ensure production output meets planned goals, cost standards, and quality expectations.
• Supervise and support a team of forklift operators and order pickers
• Complete and maintain forklift Train-the-Trainer certification.
• Support the Plant Manager and serve as backup when needed.
• Participate in inventory counting and reconciliation processes.
• Collect, analyze, and monitor operational data to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage daily production paperwork, including documentation for temporary agency staff.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and trustworthy work culture.
• Ensure compliance with all facility safety procedures and promote safe work practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to manage high volumes of temporary staff.
• Ability to analyze operational data and make adjustments to meet production standards.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to leading by example.
• Solid understanding of business and management principles.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and forklift certification preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
• Strong professional communication skills across all levels of the organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday in a manufacturing, warehouse, and loading dock environment.
• Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and climb stairs or ladders as needed to perform job duties.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, including:
• Up to 25-50 pounds on a frequent basis
• More than 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with assistance or use of mechanical equipment.
• Regular use of hands and arms to handle, package, label, scan, band, wrap, and secure products for shipment.
• Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts (certification as required).
• Sufficient manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform shipping, inspection, and documentation tasks accurately.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read shipping documents, labels, and computer screens, and to inspect product condition and packaging quality.
• Hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively and to recognize safety alerts, alarms, and vehicle warnings in a noisy environment.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and warehouse conditions, including exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, vibration, and moving equipment.
• Capability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Physical stamina to work full shifts, including extended hours during peak shipping periods, while performing both supervisory and hands-on duties.
• Ability to move quickly and safely throughout the facility to support shipping operations and meet deadlines.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency or safety situations in accordance with company and OSHA guidelines.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

POSITION INFORMATION

• This position pays $80,000 - $90,000 per year depending on experience

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

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 Zoёcon®. 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.

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