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 facilitating effective warehouse operations through directing staff according to operational priorities. The role assists with coordinating shipment receipts, scheduling incoming trucks, and making internal appointments. It delegates work among warehouse staff, produces workforce productivity and quality reports, and 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, shipment, inventory management, and the efficient flow of products from vendors to internal and external customers. This position follows established service parameters and operating procedures while supporting warehouse productivity, quality, and safety.

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 required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed safety shoes and material-handling-equipment safety harnesses, and comply with 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.
Apply extensive knowledge and company policies across a wide range of assignments; demonstrate thorough knowledge of the job family and jobs outside the area of responsibility.
Work on complex problems independently and with initiative, make recommendations for new or revised processes, and participate in implementation.
Adhere to quality guidelines and work with minimal supervision.
Maintain appropriate licenses, training, and certifications.

Nice To Haves

Four or more years of experience preferred.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience preferred.
Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and follow-up skills preferred.
Proficiency in AIMS preferred.
Good communication skills.
Radio frequency (RF) scanner and/or voice-to-pick experience highly preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and general computer skills desired.
Flexibility, adaptability, and good multitasking skills.
May provide technical guidance and training to others and guidance to less experienced team members.

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 performance trends.
Coordinate with Warehouse Supervisors on warehouse and inventory priorities aligned with operational objectives.
Assist with inbound workload forecasting using historical and trend analysis to determine labor needs.
Assist with inventory management, stocking, and shipping as necessary.
Support coordination of shipment receipts, incoming truck schedules, and internal appointments.
Delegate work among warehouse staff and produce reports on workforce productivity and quality.
Communicate with customers outside the warehouse about disruptions and delivery timeframes, and support customer satisfaction.