Warehouse Lead Associate - 2nd Shift

Cardinal Health•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Lead Associate, Warehouse Operations supports the Warehouse Supervisor by managing inbound activity on the warehouse floor and directing warehouse staff according to operational priorities. The role helps coordinate shipment receipts, schedule incoming trucks and internal appointments, delegate work, and produce workforce productivity and quality reports. It also communicates with customers outside the warehouse about disruptions and delivery timeframes to support customer satisfaction. Warehouse Operations handles materials and product distribution, including receipt, storage, and shipment. The work may involve receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transportation, storage, and delivery, with responsibility for efficient product flow from vendor receipt through shipment to internal and external customers. This position directs warehouse workflows such as unloading, receiving, product put-away, and delivery scheduling. It supports inventory management, stocking and shipping, assesses inventory levels, submits orders, audits warehouse operations, analyzes productivity and efficiency data, and assists with inbound workload forecasting and labor utilization. The role works in a fast-paced distribution environment and may provide guidance and training to other team members, but does not formally supervise.

Requirements

Previous material handling equipment (MHE) experience is required; Order Selector and Reach experience is preferred.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift, and stand for the entire shift.
Must be able to work overtime with little to no advance notice.
Comfort working regularly at heights of 20–30 feet.
Adhere to site safety regulations and wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed safety shoes and a material handling equipment safety harness; follow Cardinal Health EHS and QRA policies and procedures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment while meeting hourly distribution quotas and performance standards.
Self-motivated, able to work in a team-oriented environment with limited supervision, and focused on customer satisfaction.
Ability to comprehend and accurately process paperwork in accordance with policies and procedures.
Good communication skills.
Flexibility and adaptability, with good multitasking skills.
Maintain appropriate licenses, training, and certifications.
Work with minimal supervision and exercise initiative in resolving complex problems within established guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish.
4+ years of experience.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Order Selector and Reach material handling equipment experience.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and follow-up skills.
Proficiency in AIMS.
Radio frequency (RF) scanner and/or voice-to-pick experience.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

Follow standard operating procedures to assess inventory levels, submit orders, and audit warehouse operations.
Direct warehouse floor workflows, including unloading, receiving, product put-away, and delivery scheduling.
Analyze internal data and report on productivity and efficiency to identify where warehouse performance is above or below expectations.
Coordinate with Warehouse Supervisors on warehouse and inventory priorities in alignment with operational objectives.
Assist with inbound workload forecasting through historical and trend analysis to determine labor utilization.
Assist with inventory management, stocking, and shipping as needed.
Coordinate receipt of shipments, schedule incoming trucks and internal appointments, and delegate work among warehouse staff.
Produce reports on workforce productivity and quality.
Communicate with external warehouse customers about disruptions and delivery timeframes.
Provide guidance and may provide technical training to less experienced team members.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401(k) savings plan
Access to wages before payday with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
$2,000 new-hire sign-on bonus, paid 50% with the first paycheck and 50% at 120 days