Specialist, Warehouse Operations

Schedule

• 40 hours per week.
• Typically either an 8 hour shift and/or 10 hour shifts between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 or as assigned.
• Candidate must be flexible to work different days, schedules, hours or overtime based on business needs.

What Warehouse 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 Specialist, Warehouse Operations will ensure the efficient operation of the logistics center by overseeing daily activities such receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc. of products/materials. The Warehouse Specialist will be expected to follow existing safety and quality control procedures and is responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products to a variety of internal and external customers.

Responsible for executing daily order processing, inventory management, and maintaining quality standards for the NPHS (Nuclear & Precision Health Solutions) Logistics Center. Responsible for project execution as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Leads group training with peers as needed, this includes standard training videos and assessments for safety, quality control and warehouse equipment. Based on the training needs of the facility identified by site leadership, cross-trains staff to ensure all employees possess the skills to work in each department/work area of the facility.
• Order Fulfillment & Processing: Prepare and complete orders for shipping according to schedule (pick, pack, and ship).
• Inventory Management: Performing routine inventory controls, cycle counts, and following defined quality standards. Investigate discrepancies and follow existing procedures to resolve discrepancies.
• Receiving & Storage: Receive and process warehouse stocked products (unload, inspect, label, and store correctly in designated areas). Record inspection results appropriately.
• Quality & Safety Compliance: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment. Strictly follow company procedures, rules, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA standards). Participates in facility EH&S teams or committees to understand all safety procedures and ensures updates to policies and procedures in the training content (translations may be needed).
• Participates in focused, on-the-job training for specific departments or teams to improve daily functioning, implement operational changes, and other initiatives as identified by site leadership.
• Regularly communicates with Supervisors and Managers to understand training needs and to discuss retraining and cross-training opportunities.
• Coordinates with EH&S and other relevant internal stakeholders to understand content and documentation for training and onboarding.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate and inspect warehouse equipment and report any maintenance needs to management. Specialists are expected to be licensed forklift operators (training provided by Cardinal Health).
• Answers phone calls/emails for the facility and following defined processes to resolve any action items. Escalate to management as needed.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience preferred
• Past experience onboarding new trainees preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel) strongly preferred
• Material handling equipment experience (forklift and pallet jacks) strongly preferred
• Ability to safely manage/palletize various materials weighing up to 75 pounds
• Proficiency in SAP preferred
• Demonstrates basic material handling/packaging/warehouse equipment skills
• Good oral and written communication skills and can demonstrate effectively
• Experience in shipping hazardous/dangerous goods preferred
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and work in a team-oriented environment

Anticipated hourly range: $22.60 - $29.25

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 10/05/2026 *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.

Candidates 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.