Job Title: Dock Coordinator (Full-Time, Day Shift)
Company Name:
Cardinal Health
Location:
Kansas City, MO
Position Type:
Full Time
Post Date:
01/16/2026
Expire Date:
02/19/2026
Job Categories:
Other / General
Job Description
Dock Coordinator (Full-Time, Day Shift)
Schedule: Monday through Thursday 5:30am- 3:30pm
Anticipated hourly range:$18.70 per hour - $26.80 per hour
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:02/09/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
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 Dock Coordinator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and accurate management of inbound dock operations. This role oversees trailer unloading, receiving activities, and Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) training compliance while serving as a key point of coordination between transportation and warehouse teams. The Dock Coordinator ensures freight is processed accurately and on time while maintaining a safe, organized, and productive dock environment.
Qualifications
Experience in warehouse or dock operations required; coordination or lead experience preferred.
PIT experience and knowledge of safety regulations strongly preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
Responsibilities
Coordinate and unload inbound trailers, ensuring proper handling, staging, and flow of product.
Accurately receive inbound shipments into the system, verifying counts, documentation, and product condition.
Manage and maintain PIT training records, certifications, and compliance for dock associates.
Enforce dock safety standards, including proper equipment use and adherence to company and OSHA guidelines.
Communicate with transportation providers and internal teams to address scheduling issues, delays, or discrepancies.
Maintain dock organization, cleanliness, and equipment readiness to support daily operations.
Identify and escalate freight, equipment, or safety issues and support continuous improvement efforts.
Assist with audits, safety inspections, and operational reporting as needed.
What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasks
Demonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues
May assist in recommendation of processes on new assignments
Adheres to all quality guidelines
Works with limited supervision
Work occasionally involves review of output by work lead or supervisor
May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members
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.