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Operations Supervisor (2nd Shift)
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An Operations Supervisor manages daily operations and activities for a company or organization. Primarily involved in supervising and coordinating the activities of front-line employees such as monitoring work progress, providing training, and ensuring compliance. Has authority over the work of their team members but typically reports to higher-level management.
$82,131 / year median in Illinois
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Operations Supervisor (2nd Shift) Cardinal Health
•3.4 Elgin, IL Job Details $76,700
•$109,400 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Qualifications Employee onboarding Team member evaluation Defect resolution root cause analysis Distribution operations staff productivity improvements Packing Defect analysis Coaching Operations coordination planning Lift truck Warehouse staffing Team scheduling Performance feedback (performance evaluation method) Mid-level Logistics performance monitoring Talent development Quality improvement leadership Order shipping High school diploma or GED Disciplinary action management Team development Recruitment and selection Employee attendance management Staff policy implementation Decision making Staff training Shipping and receiving inventory management Production monitoring Interviewing Packing operations supervision New hire orientation
Full Job Description Shift:
Sunday
•Thursday, 1:30pm
•10:00pm (or until work is complete) What Warehouse Operations contributes to Cardinal Health Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning. Warehouse 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. Job Summary The Supervisor, Warehouse Operations supervises a team of Associates and ensures that pick, pack, and ship operations are safe, efficient, and of high quality. With responsibility for a day or night shift, the Supervisor continually monitors efficiency and quality metrics, assigns work and provides coaching to supervised staff, and addresses a variety of operational issues. The Supervisor directly contributes to Cardinal Health's customer service reputation by ensuring that shipments are on-time and of high quality, develops the Warehouse Operations talent pool, and enhances operational excellence. Responsibilities Supervises the daily work assignments and performance of Group Leads and Associates. Tracks efficiency and productivity metrics to determine which tasks are behind
•and ahead-of-schedule, and provides hands-on guidance to Associates to ensure that pick, pack, and ship tasks are completed correctly and safely. Ensures that all warehouse systems are ready and schedules and prioritizes the work that each Group Lead and team of Associates will complete. Tracks employee attendance and ensures necessary employee headcount to achieve objectives. Monitors continually productivity and quality metrics including cycle times, lines per hour, shortages, damaged units, missed dispatches, and missed scans, among others. Regularly reports on team performance to the Manager, Warehouse Operations. Determines the productivity or safety issue root cause and directs supervised staff on resolving the issue and maintaining operations. Promptly and thoroughly documents the issue and communicates the root cause and resolution to the Manager, Supervisors, and other internal stakeholders as necessary. Proactively identifies opportunities to improve operations and mitigate risks within supervised team and broader warehouse operations. Provides input into operational excellence initiatives and ensures that there are implemented correctly within own area. Conducts performance evaluations and provides one-on-one feedback to encourage Associates' development. Identifies Associates capable of working as Group Leads. Creates performance improvement plans for staff and administers discipline when necessary. Participates in the interviewing and selection of new Associates and provides trainings during employee onboarding. Qualifications 4-8 years of experience, preferred High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred PIT experience is preferred What is expected of you and others at this level Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of operations or business staff Administers and exercises policies and procedures Ensures employees operate within guidelines Decisions have a direct impact to work unit operations and customers Frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels Interactions normally involve information exchange and basic problem resolution Anticipated salary range: $76,700
•$109,400 Bonus eligible:
No Benefits:
Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short
•and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Application window anticipated to close: 11/9/2026
•if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity. Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance