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Through a robust career readiness journey, participants gain the skills needed to navigate the organization, forge meaningful connections and take ownership of their career paths. The program offers challenging, hands-on work that fosters both personal and professional growth. Tailored for new college graduates with a passion for the healthcare industry, Embark provides a rewarding launchpad for those seeking to make a meaningful impact from day one.\nWho we’re looking for:\nUndergraduate students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027\nCurious, driven, and eager to learn\nInterested in a career in the healthcare industry\nProgram Highlights\nTailored Development\nEmbark participants receive personalized training to build their skills, knowledge, and capabilities-setting the foundation for long-term career success.\nMentorship\nEach participant is paired with a dedicated mentor who will guide your growth and help you navigate your early career.\nNetworking & Collaboration\nThe program fosters a strong professional network by connecting participants with peers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams. As a cohort, participants collaborate on a capstone project that tackles real business challenges-building teamwork and problem-solving skills.\nLeadership & Professional Development\nThrough a blend of formal and self-led learning, participants enhance their leadership potential and develop critical professional competencies that prepare them for future roles.\nJob Description Summary\nLocation: Riverside, California\nStart Date: June 28, 2027\nWarehouse Operations is responsible for performing/controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage, and shipment of product. This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc. Also responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products (via prescribed service parameters) to a variety of internal and external customers.\nParticipants will work full-time as an Operations Supervisor during the 12-month program and gain hands-on experience within a distribution center. The program provides exposure to a high-performing distribution environment that operates one of the most efficient and cost-effective networks in the industry. Teams may include, but are not limited to:\nInbound Department\nOutbound Department\nWithin their role, participants will potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:\nSupervises the daily work assignments and performance of frontline group leads and associates.\nFrequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels.\nProactively identifies opportunities to improve operations and mitigate risks within supervised team and broader warehouse operations.\nResponsible for continuous improvement projects and initiatives.\nMonitors productivity and quality metrics including cycle times, lines per hour, shortages, damaged units, missed dispatches, and missed scans, among others.\nAdhere to budgetary guidelines, and work to meet Distribution Center objectives and operational goals while maintaining standards pertaining to quality and inventory.\nActive engagement in employee development, which includes training, coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals.\nResponsible for accurate timekeeping, attendance/PTO records and ensure scheduling is maintained.\nMajority of work day is spent on the floor while balancing administrative duties.\nEnsures that all warehouse systems are ready, scheduled, and prioritizes the work that each group lead and team of associates will complete.\nAccountabilities in this role\nDemonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail in all tasks\nCommunicate effectively across all levels of the organization\nMaintain a proactive, results-oriented approach to work\nPrioritize tasks efficiently, recognize urgency, and consistently meet deadlines\nWork independently with moderate guidance, showing initiative and ownership\nAdapt quickly to changing priorities and evolving business needs\nQualifications\nTo be considered, candidates should meet a combination of the following criteria:\nCurrently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration, logistics, management, operations, supply chain or a related field, preferred\nExpected graduation between December 2026 and June 2027, preferred\nComfortable working in a warehouse environment\nAbility and willingness to work day, evening, or overnight shifts based on operational requirements\nKnowledge of supply chain principles, Lean Six Sigma or other improvement techniques, preferred\nPrevious internship experience, preferred\nDemonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills\nParticipation in extracurricular activities, community organizations and/or professional associations\nMust have unlimited work authorization in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future\nPlease note, applicants may redact any age-related information.\nAnticipated salary: $86,000\nBonus eligible: No\nBenefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.\nMedical, dental and vision coverage\nPaid time off plan\nHealth savings account (HSA)\n401k savings plan\nAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPay\nFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)\nShort- and long-term disability coverage\nWork-Life resources\nPaid parental leave\nHealthy lifestyle programs\nApplication window anticipated to close: 12/31/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.\nCandidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.\nCardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. 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