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Job Description Description Central Garden & Pet is a market leader in the Garden and Pet industries. For over 40 years, Central has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes by bringing innovative and trusted solutions to its consumers and customers and has an exciting opportunity for a Health, Safety and Environmental Manager to be based in our Stevensburg, VA Site.The HSE Manager will be responsible for managing all processes that include Health, Safety, Environment and Department of Transportation (DOT) for the candidate’s assigned sites. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with all applicable CGP& Bell Nursery policies, procedures, and programs, including all federal, state and local laws and regulations.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Develops and manages activities as necessary to evaluate and reduce potential risks to employee health and well-being., • Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local government laws (OSHA, EPA, USDOT, NIOSH, Worker’s Compensation, etc.), • Develop, review, implement update, support, recommend and execute site specific HSE programs, policies, and procedures., • Ensure the site adheres to applicable CGP policies, procedures, and processes., • Perform on-site safety inspections and assessments., • Directs incident investigation programs, develops leading indicator trends, and develops programs for improving performance ensuring meaningful root causes are identified and corrective actions are documented, managed, and completed., • Manages all aspects of safety training from development to delivery and tracking to ensure compliance with site, corporate and OSHA regulations., • Manage new hire HSE orientation., • Coordinates with supervisors and new employees to ensure on-the-job training activities are effective and on schedule., • Facilitates a safety committee including a plan and annual agenda., • Ensures that all required paperwork relating to transportation regulations is maintained., • Support awareness initiatives that reinforce the HSE program and encourage employee involvement., • Manages workers' compensation process and claims with attentiveness., • Manage and utilize CGP HSE systems, including but not limited to learning management system, HSE management system and SDS system., • Develop and implement HSE strategies that align with corporate objectives to reduce/mitigate risk., • Meet corporate deadlines and completion targets., • Utilize key metrics to drive performance in HSE at the site location., • Communicates risk results to all levels within CGP, including reporting and interaction with BU and Corporate HSE teams., • Own compliance reporting, safety documentation updates and Behavior Based Safety program., • Be an advocate willing to work to change the safety culture through positive influence and collaborative partnership within manufacturing operations., • Monitor and implement new safety regulations, practices, and new safety technologies that impact the site., • Build strategic plans to improve HSE performance.QUALIFICATIONS, • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Safety and Environmental Management, bachelors degree level is highly preferred, • Previous experience in manufacturing or agriculture HSE management, • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Code Federal Regulations (CFR), OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations, including local, state and federal regulations, • Experience in Lean Daily Management, • Three to ten years’ experience in a safety-related field, • Experience executing or engaging in a behavior-based safety program is preferred, • Knowledge and capability with MS Office; specifically, WORD, Excel, and PowerPoint., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Excellent interpersonal, organization, presentative and facilitation skills, • A positive person with the right attitude who enjoys challenges and can advocate and endorse a shared vision of safety in the workplace.WORKING CONDITIONS, • Ability to work in manufacturing plant environment and maintain a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Must have a presence in all areas – GEMBA’s, Audits, etc., • Hours will generally be regular business hours (on each respective shift) and average at least 40 hours a week. There may be some variation in work hours due to training schedule, overtime, special projects, deadlines, and other concerns., • Live within a 45-mile radius of the site, • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS, • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, • Free Life and Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Health Savings Account, • 401k with 5% company match!, • Paid vacation, holidays and sick time, • Employee Assistance Program, • Access to thousands of free online courses, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional), • Referral Program with cash bonus, • Paid parental leave We look forward to what our future holds and invite you to see if our home is right for you! Visit our website at www.central.com to learn more. 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.#LI-LC1

Relationship Manager - Commercial Agriculture leads a team of professional product specialists who collectively shape solutions to entice prospective companies to award new business to UMB.

Administrative Assistant #01045.Title: Administrative Assistant #01045.State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III.Hiring Range: $33,828 - $55,105 annually.Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture.Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS.The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is

Markel Corporation, located in Glen Allen, Virginia, is seeking an Underwriting Support Specialist for their Agriculture Division.

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is hiring a Policy Assistant to support policy planning and research.

Job Description Job Title: Market Associate Department: Marketing & CSA Reports To: Market Manager / Market Team Leader Pay Range: $14.16 – $15 Primary Function: This position assists in set-up/breakdown, sales/distribution of Agriberry produce/products, and record keeping for farmers markets and/or CSA sites that require multiple staff. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • While on site at any Farmers’ Market provides premium sales service to all customers and ensures a high quality market site is maintained at all times. This includes product knowledge, accurate and attractive signs, and fully stocked and appealing displays., • While providing CSA shares, convey familiarity, assurance, and gratitude while promoting the product. Accuracy is vital in CSA share assembly., • Site set-up and breakdown assisting the Market Lead of that site. This can include setting up tables, canopies, stocking, writing and/or hanging signs, and making the market site ready for sales., • Attends marketing meetings to maintain knowledge of weekly share, produce source, seasonal availability, growing methods, and fruit quality standards. When live meetings do not occur, check text and/or email correspondence for updates regarding that week’s products., • Responsible for making notes of special(s), discounted items, free items offered to Market Managers, etc. Includes tracking discounts and culled subpar-quality fruit. These are accurately noted on supplied notecards to reconcile products sold with income., • Performs other duties as necessary. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Passion for local farming or the Agriculture industry, with an understanding of Agriberry’s mission., • Ability to operate professionally and positively in a sales representative position., • Ability to operate safely in the workplace., • Ability to operate in a fast paced environment and promote Agriberry to customers fluidly and accurately., • Enthusiasm, good attitude, trustworthiness, personal integrity, and honesty., • Ability to work autonomously and understand when a superior or peer needs to be involved in decision making., • Good attention to detail, being mindful of asset security, state of the market station, accuracy of share assembly, and employee/customer relations. Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements: • One or more years in the Farming or Marketing field., • Accurate and quick basic mental math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, discount calculation), • Highly developed communication skills., • Ability to successfully pass a background check and other pre-employment screening., • Availability May-October., • Multiple experiences in service, agriculture, and/or sales/marketing positions. Physical Requirements: • Able to lift and carry up to 30-50 lbs independently., • Able to tolerate extreme temperatures while maintaining a good attitude., • Able to stand for long periods of time., • Able to bend, kneel, slide, shuffle, push, and pull safely with 25 lbs of product., • Available to work at early hours (7am) on the weekend and evenings during the week. Performance Standards: • Positive customer feedback about service (and/or low/lack of negative), • Low/no percentage of discrepancy between recorded sales and monetary calculations, • Maintaining and/or increasing market sales records, • Reliability: no call outs day-of and timeliness is a must. 95% or higher attendance throughout the market season (this allows for 1-2 planned vacation days so long as shifts can be covered by cooperative solution between employee and their direct manager)

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Company Vacation, • Training & development Container One is a leading provider of shipping containers, modified containers, shipping container accessories, and portable storage containers. We specialize in offering a comprehensive range of container solutions for storage, offices, housing, and other purposes. As a trusted industry leader, we serve three distinct markets: Commercial, Residential, and Agriculture. Our streamlined ordering process through our user-friendly website and e-commerce platform ensures a seamless customer experience. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sales Representative to join our dynamic sales team. As a Sales Representative at Container One, you will play a pivotal role in driving business growth and building strong relationships with new and existing customers. Responsibilities: • Identify and prospect new customers, including businesses, contractors, and individuals, within the Commercial, Residential, and Agriculture markets to generate sales leads and expand the customer base., • Actively engage with potential customers through various sales techniques, including Advertising on social media, lead follow-up, networking, and online outreach, to promote our extensive range of container products and services., • Understand customer needs and provide tailored solutions by recommending suitable container options and accessories to meet their specific requirements., • Present and demonstrate the features, benefits, and value of our container products to potential customers, showcasing the versatility and applications of our containers and accessories., • Utilize your negotiation skills to ensure customer satisfaction while achieving sales targets., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records, sales reports, and activity logs using our CRM software to facilitate effective follow-up and customer relationship management., • Collaborate closely with internal teams, including logistics, operations, and customer service, to ensure smooth order processing, timely delivery, and exceptional customer satisfaction., • Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for business growth and maintain a competitive edge. Bilingual is a big plus but not required.Requirements:, • Proven sales experience, preferably in the container or related industry, with a successful track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with customers, build long-lasting relationships and articulate the value of our container solutions., • Strong negotiation and closing abilities, coupled with a customer-centric approach to meet and exceed customer expectations., • Self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a team environment., • Familiarity with CRM software and proficiency in utilizing sales tools and technologies to manage and track sales activities. At Container One, we are experiencing high demand for our container solutions, providing immense opportunities for sales professionals to thrive. Join our team and be part of a successful organization that values innovation, customer satisfaction, and professional growth. Apply now and embark on a rewarding career journey with Container One. Compensation: $75,000.00 - $125,,000.00 per year This is a remote position.