Operations Early Career Development Program (Embark)

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Dixon (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. seeks participants for its Embark Program in Dixon, California. The program offers hands-on experience in warehouse operations and professional development for new graduates entering healthcare.

Participants will gain exposure to distribution center workflows and cross-functional teams. The 12-month, full-time role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and process improvement, with mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities designed to launch a professional career in

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.
• Curious, driven, and eager to learn.
• Interested in a career in the healthcare industry.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily work assignments and performance of frontline group leads and associates.
• Interacts frequently with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels.
• Identifies opportunities to improve operations and mitigate risks within supervised team and broader warehouse operations.
• Leads continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Monitors productivity and quality metrics including cycle times, lines per hour, and shortages.
• Adheres to budgetary guidelines and works to meet Distribution Center objectives.
• Engages in employee development, including training, coaching, and performance appraisals.
• Maintains accurate timekeeping, attendance/PTO records and scheduling.
• Dwells on the floor for most of the day while balancing administrative duties.
• Ensures warehouse systems are ready and prioritizes the work of each group lead and team.

Education

Undergraduate student (degree not specified)

Job description

Embark Program Overview

Cardinal Health's Embark Program is an entry-level professional development and capability building program. Through a robust career readiness journey, participants gain the skills needed to navigate the organization, forge meaningful connections and take ownership of their career paths. The program offers challenging, hands-on work that fosters both personal and professional growth. Tailored for new college graduates with a passion for the healthcare industry, Embark provides a rewarding launchpad for those seeking to make a meaningful impact from day one.

Who we're looking for:

• Undergraduate students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027
• Curious, driven, and eager to learn
• Interested in a career in the healthcare industry

Program Highlights

Tailored Development

Embark participants receive personalized training to build their skills, knowledge, and capabilities - setting the foundation for long-term career success.

Mentorship

Each participant is paired with a dedicated mentor who will guide your growth and help you navigate your early career.

Networking & Collaboration

The program fosters a strong professional network by connecting participants with peers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams. As a cohort, participants collaborate on a capstone project that tackles real business challenges - building teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Leadership & Professional Development

Through a blend of formal and self-led learning, participants enhance their leadership potential and develop critical professional competencies that prepare them for future roles.

Job Description Summary

Location: Dixon, California

Start Date: June 28, 2027

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.

Participants will work full-time as an Operations Supervisor during the 12-month program and gain hands-on experience within a distribution center. The program provides exposure to a high-performing distribution environment that operates one of the most efficient and cost-effective networks in the industry. Teams may include, but are not limited to:

• Inbound Department
• Outbound Department

Within their role, participants will potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:

• Supervises the daily work assignments and performance of frontline group leads and associates.
• Frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve operations and mitigate risks within supervised team and broader warehouse operations.
• Responsible for continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Monitors productivity and quality metrics including cycle times, lines per hour, shortages, damaged units, missed dispatches, and missed scans, among others.
• Adhere to budgetary guidelines, and work to meet Distribution Center objectives and operational goals while maintaining standards pertaining to quality and inventory.
• Active engagement in employee development, which includes training, coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals.
• Responsible for accurate timekeeping, attendance/PTO records and ensure scheduling is maintained.
• Majority of work day is spent on the floor while balancing administrative duties.
• Ensures that all warehouse systems are ready, scheduled, and prioritizes the work that each group lead and team of