Operations Early Career Development Program

Cardinal Health

Riverside, CAFresher18m agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
Must know
NetworkingLead generationBudgeting
Nice to have
OperationsLean / Six Sigma
Work
On-site in Riverside
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
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About the Role

The Embark Program is an entry-level professional development program designed for new college graduates passionate about the healthcare industry. It offers challenging, hands-on work to foster personal and professional growth, providing a launchpad for those seeking to make an impact. Participants will work full-time as an Operations Supervisor during a 12-month program within a Distribution Center, gaining exposure to a high-performing distribution environment.

Program Highlights

  • Tailored Development: Personalized training to build skills, knowledge, and capabilities.
  • Mentorship: Paired with a dedicated mentor for guidance.
  • Networking & Collaboration: Connect with peers, leaders, and cross-functional teams. Collaborate on a capstone project tackling real business challenges.
  • Leadership & Professional Development: Enhance leadership potential and develop critical professional competencies.

Job Description Summary

  • Location: Riverside, California
  • Start Date: June 28, 2027
  • Warehouse Operations involves performing/controlling manual or automated tasks for receipt, storage, and shipment of product.
  • Responsible for the efficient flow of products from vendor receipt to shipment.
  • Teams may include:
  • Inbound Department
  • Outbound Department

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily work assignments and performance of frontline group leads and associates.
  • Interact with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improve operations and mitigate risks.
  • Lead continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
  • Monitor productivity and quality metrics (e.g., cycle times, lines per hour, shortages, damaged units, missed dispatches, missed scans).
  • Adhere to budgetary guidelines and work to meet Distribution Center objectives.
  • Engage in employee development, including training, coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals.
  • Ensure accurate timekeeping, attendance/PTO records, and maintain scheduling.
  • Balance floor work with administrative duties.
  • Ensure all warehouse systems are ready and prioritize work for teams.

Accountabilities in This Role

  • Demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Maintain a proactive, results-oriented approach.
  • Prioritize tasks efficiently, recognize urgency, and consistently meet deadlines.
  • Work independently with moderate guidance, showing initiative and ownership.
  • Adapt quickly to changing priorities and evolving business needs.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
  • Ability and willingness to work day, evening, or overnight shifts.
  • Experience with warehouse systems.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration, logistics, management, operations, supply chain, or a related field, preferred.
  • Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2027, preferred.
  • Knowledge of supply chain principles, Lean Six Sigma or other improvement techniques, preferred.
  • Previous internship experience, preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Participation in extracurricular activities, community organizations, and/or professional associations.
  • Must have unlimited work authorization in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Note: Applicants may redact any age-related information.

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