Warehouse Associate (Full Time)

Description

Building Something Meaningful Together

For over 55 years, Mackey's has been Connecticut's trusted family-owned business helping our neighbors care for what matters most—their homes and land. As Connecticut's premier pet, farm, and garden center, we're not just moving products—we're supporting families, farmers, and pet owners throughout our community.

Your Role in Our Mission

As a Warehouse Team Member, you'll be the backbone of our operation, ensuring every customer receives the quality products they depend on for their homes, farms, and beloved pets. This isn't just about moving inventory—it's about being part of a process that directly impacts the success of local farmers, the health of family pets, and the beauty of neighborhood gardens.

What You'll Accomplish Daily:

• Execute systematic receiving, organization, and inventory management processes that keep our three Connecticut locations fully stocked
• Handle diverse agricultural supplies including premium pet foods, fertilizers, livestock feed, trees, and shrubs with precision and care
• Prepare customer orders for delivery with attention to detail that reflects our commitment to excellence
• Operate warehouse equipment including forklifts to efficiently move products (training provided)
• Maintain warehouse organization and safety standards that support our team's success
• Contribute improvement ideas that help us grow and serve customers better

Why This Role Matters

Every bag of feed you handle feeds someone's livestock. Every plant you carefully move becomes part of a family's garden. Every order you prepare with precision helps a customer succeed. You'll be part of a third-generation family business where genuine customer service and quality products make a real difference in people's lives.

What Makes Mackey's Different:

• Growth-Oriented: We're expanding our operations and online presence—grow with us as we innovate
• Values-Driven: Our decisions are guided by integrity, teamwork, trust, and accountability
• Process-Focused: We believe in doing things the right way, with systems that ensure quality and efficiency
• Team-Centered: We collaborate as a hardworking team where everyone's contribution matters
• Community-Rooted: We've been serving Connecticut communities since 1968, building lasting relationships

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Physical capability to regularly lift 50+ lbs and handle products ranging from 5-60 lbs
• Strong process orientation with attention to detail and systematic approach to work
• Collaborative mindset and proven ability to work effectively in team environments
• Commitment to accountability—taking ownership of your work and results
• Genuine interest in learning and mastering new skills and processes
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic retail environment with seasonal variations
• Availability for one weekend day per week (with one guaranteed weekend day off)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain—we provide comprehensive training)
• Experience in warehouse, agricultural, or retail environments
• Understanding of inventory management systems
• Background in physical, process-oriented work environments

Core Values Alignment: We're looking for team members who naturally embody:

• Integrity: You do the right thing, even when no one is watching
• Teamwork: You believe in collective success and support your colleagues
• Accountability: You take ownership of outcomes and learn from challenges
• Growth Mindset: You're excited about continuous improvement and learning
• Trust: You build reliable relationships through consistent, honest actions

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation in a stable, growing company
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k)
• Paid time off and predictable scheduling for work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities as we expand our operations
• Employee discounts on quality pet, farm, and garden supplies
• The satisfaction of meaningful work that directly impacts your community

Work Environment: Our warehouse is active and engaging—you'll spend your day moving, lifting, and organizing in a fast-paced environment that keeps you physically engaged. Our Willimantic location operates Monday-Friday 8:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-6:00pm, and Sunday 8:30am-5:00pm. You'll work with seasonal variations in product mix and weather conditions, making every day different and interesting.

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want to be part of a family business that values growth, integrity, and teamwork—we want to meet you. Join us in continuing the Mackey's legacy of excellence while building your own career in a company that invests in its people.

Apply Today: Contact us to discover why Mackey's doesn't just grow as a business—we grow as a team and as a family.

Mackey's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.