Warehouse Associate - Reach Truck & Cherry Picker Operator (Days)

Cardinal Health•Aurora, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cardinal Health’s Aurora facility supports pharmaceutical supply chain and warehouse operations. Warehouse Operations performs and controls manual or automated tasks necessary for receiving, storing, and shipping products, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, and delivery. The team supports the efficient movement of products from receipt from vendors through shipment to internal and external customers. Warehouse team members receive and fulfill orders so customers can access the products they need to care for patients. This role operates material handling equipment, including reach trucks and order/cherry pickers, to pick orders and replenish warehouse stock. The position may involve working in cold temperatures during parts of a shift and regularly working at heights of 20–30 feet. The schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or until work is finished; Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or until work is finished; and Saturday, 5:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. or until work is finished. The pay rate is $20.85 per hour, and the role is not bonus eligible. The anticipated application window closes December 2, 2026.

Requirements

Previous experience working with material handling equipment such as an order/cherry picker, reach truck, or forklift is preferred.
Must be willing to be trained and certified on all facility equipment, including order/cherry picker, reach truck, forklift, turret truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider.
Comfort working regularly at heights of 20–30 feet is required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift, and stand for the entire shift.
Must be flexible to work overtime as needed.
Ability to follow direction and change priorities.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment while meeting established performance quotas and attendance requirements.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with material handling equipment such as an order/cherry picker, reach truck, or forklift.
Experience working with technologies such as computers or point-of-sale systems.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate material handling equipment such as reach trucks and order/cherry pickers to pick orders or pull stock for warehouse replenishment.
Cross-train in multiple warehouse areas and participate in projects as assigned by a manager or other management team members.
Follow site safety regulations, including wearing required personal protective equipment such as composite-toed safety shoes and material handling equipment safety harnesses; comply with Cardinal Health EHS and QRA policies and procedures.
Perform housekeeping and inventory control tasks and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Receive and fulfill customer orders.