Warehouse Operations Specialist (Day Shift)

What Warehouse Operations contributes to Cardinal Health

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 trains new and experienced Warehouse Operations Associates on safety and quality control procedures as well as equipment and standard tasks for everyday assignments. 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. The Specialist leads trainings for new hires and assesses early performance for proficiency and problem areas.

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week

• Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm

• Candidate must be flexible to work holidays, weekends, and different shifts if needed by business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the training of new warehouse employees on daily operations, safety elements and equipment.

• Shadows new employees to assess performance and provide on-the-job guidance as needed.

• Completes daily warehouse responsibilities such as receiving or picking materials. 

• Prepares shipping documents using FedEx or other software. 

• Performs surveys and wipe testing to determine the Transport Index (TI) for outbound product shipments. 

• Participates in inventory cycle counting and performs inventory transactions in corporate computer program. 

• Reports errors in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Takes initiative and is accountable for areas of responsibility meeting regulatory requirements including but not limited to maintaining required trainings. 

• Demonstrates basic material handling, packaging, and warehouse equipment skills. 

• May perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred

• 1-2 years related pharmaceutical warehousing experience strongly preferred

• Ability to manage weight up to 75 pounds

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Willing to obtain DOT (Department of Transportation) and IATA (International Air Transport Association) certification within 3 months of hire

• Forklift experience preferred – willing to obtain PIT authorization within 3 months of hire

• Must hold a valid driver's license

• Verbal and written communication skills.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies basic concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks.

• Works on projects of limited scope and complexity

• Follows established procedures to resolve readily identifiable technical problems.

• Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions.

• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments.

Anticipated hourly range: $22.30/hr - $28.80/hr

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: 09/16/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary 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.