Lead Warehouse Associate - Second Shift

Cardinal Health; Jefferson (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Associate in Warehouse Operations to enhance their distribution efficiency. This role involves overseeing warehouse staff, managing inbound and outbound processes, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and coordination. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in warehouse operations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in warehouse operations preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Experience operating Material Handling Equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct workflows for packing, unloading, receiving, and shipping.
• Analyze data to evaluate productivity and efficiency.
• Assist with inventory management and workload forecasting.

Skills

Warehouse Operations

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Pay range: $22.55 - $31.94 per hour (includes shift differential)

Bonus eligible: No

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

• 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: 5/14/2025*. If interested in this opportunity, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3pm - 11:30pm or upon completion of work

What Warehouse Operations contributes to Cardinal Health

Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. This includes warehousing, fulfillment, transportation, inventory management, and demand, supply, and manufacturing planning.

Warehouse Operations performs manual or automated tasks necessary for receipt, storage, and shipment of products, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, and delivery. It ensures the efficient flow of products from receipt to shipment to internal and external customers.

Job Summary

The Lead Associate, Warehouse Operations supports the Warehouse Supervisor in inbound or outbound management of the warehouse floor. The role involves directing warehouse staff, coordinating shipment receipt and scheduling, delegating work, producing productivity reports, and communicating with customers to ensure satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs to assess inventory, submit orders, and audit warehouse operations.
• Direct workflows like packing, unloading, receiving, and shipping.
• Analyze data and reports to evaluate productivity and efficiency.
• Align with Warehouse Supervisors on priorities.
• Assist in workload forecasting based on historical data.
• Apply continuous improvement principles.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking, and shipping as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in warehouse operations, preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and follow-up skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience operating Material Handling Equipment (Reach Truck, stand-up counterbalance), preferred.
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent, preferred.

Expected Competencies

• Apply extensive knowledge and company policies.
• Demonstrate expertise and leadership in assigned tasks.
• Provide technical guidance and training.
• Maintain necessary licenses and certifications.
• Work independently on complex problems.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Adhere to quality standards.
• Work with minimal supervision and make decisions within guidelines.
• Guide less experienced team members; may have team leader responsibilities without formal supervision.

We encourage candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans to apply.

Cardinal Health values diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace where employees can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, or other protected statuses.

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