Lead Associate, Warehouse OperationsAnticipated hourly range: $25.00 per hour - $35.80 per hourBonus eligible: NoBenefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programsApplication window anticipated to close: 08/29/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.Second Shift (Full Time):Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 7:30pm or shift completionOvertime is required daily until all tasks are completed for the shiftWarehouse Operations contributes to Cardinal Health Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning. Warehouse Operations is responsible for performing/controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage, and shipment of product.
This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc. Also responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products (via prescribed service parameters) to a variety of internal and external customers.Job Summary The primary purpose of the Lead Associate, Warehouse Operations is to support the Warehouse Supervisor through either inbound or outbound management of the warehouse floor and to facilitate effective warehouse operations through direction of warehouse staff, in accordance with operational priorities. In addition, this job assists in coordination of receipt of shipments and scheduling of incoming trucks, as well as making internal appointments. This job also delegates work among the warehouse staff and produces reports on workforce productivity and quality.
The Lead Associate, Warehouse Operations also communicates with customers outside the warehouse to communicate disruptions, provide updates on delivery timeframes and ensure customer satisfaction.ResponsibilitiesTraining new employees on company and departmental procedures as appropriateEnsuring that safety, productivity and quality standards are metCoordinating housekeeping, inventory control, and complying with all QRA and safety requirementsDirectly supporting employees in the distribution center in all functions, including:Unloading trucks by hand and with the use of material handling equipmentAccurately breaking down and stocking freight in accordance with QRA standards and local proceduresOrder processing (accurately picking, checking, sorting, consolidating freight, wrapping pallets, packing, and loading products)Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty. Example equipment in the facility may include order picker (cherry picker), forklift, reach truck, turret truck, pallet jack and walkie rider.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required4+ years of experience preferred; prior distribution center experience preferredIndependent self-starter with a drive to succeed and a strong emphasis on results with ability to motivate others and significantly contribute in a team environment to accomplish goalsExcellent interpersonal, organizational and follow up skills in addition to analytical skills and problem solving skills strongly preferredComputer experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, and Word). PKMS, AND OR AIMS, ECC, WIL, ADI experience is strongly preferredAbility to work in a position that requires prolonged standing, frequent bending, stooping, and reaching with ability to lift up to 50- 75 pounds on a regular basisComfort working with heights 20-30 feet regularlyPrevious material handling equipment experience (PIT) preferredWillingness to learn to operate material handling equipment and rotate into various areas of the warehousePrevious leadership experience preferredAbility to maintain a positive attitude and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high pressure environmentBilingual in English and Spanish preferredMust be able to work overtime with little to no advance noticeWhat is expected of you and others at this levelApplies extensive knowledge and company policies to complete a wide range of assignmentsDemonstrates expert understanding of all levels of the job family and has thorough knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibilityTakes the lead in effectively applying new processes and skills in accomplishing assignmentsMay provide technical guidance and training to othersMaintains appropriate licenses, training and certificationsWorks on complex problems that require independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issueMakes recommendation for new or revised processes and has a role on the implementationAdheres to all quality guidelinesWorks with minimal degree of supervision. Has latitude to make decisions in exceptional circumstances within established guidelinesProvides guidance to less experienced team membersMay have team leader responsibilities but does not formally superviseCandidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background.
We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.