Warehouse Associate (1st Shift)

Cardinal Health•Columbus, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate supports inbound or outbound activities as requested by the Warehouse Supervisor, while meeting quality, safety, productivity, and operational standards. The role receives products in the inbound section and ships products in the outbound section. The position is based at Cardinal Health’s Consumer Health Logistics Center in Groveport, Ohio, a 350,000-square-foot facility that uses automation technology to pick, pack, and ship consumer health products. The associate follows established processes to fulfill orders, including accurately picking products, conducting quality control checks, packing products, and preparing orders for shipment. The role also involves cross-training in multiple warehouse areas, participating in projects as needed, performing housekeeping and inventory control tasks, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The associate may be required to train and become certified to operate material handling equipment. The work involves routine assignments under a moderate degree of supervision, with regular review by a work lead or supervisor. Associates apply acquired knowledge and skills, learn new methods, follow standard operating procedures and quality guidelines, and refer complex or unusual problems to a supervisor. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., or until the task is completed. Overtime may be required as needed.

Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Comfort working regularly at heights of 20–30 feet.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift, and stand for the entire shift.
Ability to follow direction and change priorities.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic proficiency in English, including the ability to read and write in English to process documents.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment while meeting established performance quotas and attendance requirements.
High school diploma, GED, equivalent, or equivalent work experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with technologies such as computers or point-of-sale systems.
Warehouse experience is not required; training is provided starting on the first day.

Responsibilities

Fulfill orders according to established processes by accurately picking products, performing quality control checks, packing products, and preparing orders for shipment.
Assist with inbound or outbound warehouse activities, including receiving and shipping products.
Cross-train in multiple areas of the warehouse and participate in projects as needed.
Perform housekeeping and inventory control tasks and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Train and obtain certification to operate material handling equipment as required by job duties.
Follow quality guidelines and standard operating procedures, and refer complex or unusual problems to a supervisor.