About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Logistics & Warehouse.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

This entry-level Area Manager role is part of a 2026 leadership program for recent and upcoming graduates. As an Area Manager you will lead and develop a frontline operations team inside a fast-paced warehouse/fulfillment environment. You will focus on people leadership, safety, quality, attendance, and meeting operational targets while learning through a structured training program.

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What you’ll do

• Lead, coach and develop a team of ~50–100 hourly associates to meet safety, quality and productivity goals
• Motivate and mentor associates; provide day‑to‑day feedback and performance coaching
• Operate autonomously and make decisions on the production floor
• Manage shift activities that can include night, weekend and holiday schedules
• Oversee inbound/outbound processes including truck deliveries, package handling and pallet jack use
• Step in to perform hands-on tasks when required (lifting up to 49 lbs, pushing/pulling, climbing stairs)
• Follow and enforce safety procedures and maintain a high-quality work environment

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Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree completed between May 2024 and August 2026 (all degree requirements must be satisfied before your first day)
• Degree fields typically include Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering, or related disciplines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work physically active shifts (standing/walking up to 12 hours)
• Flexible to work rotating shifts and a typical fixed 4-day on / 3-day off schedule at many sites

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Compensation & benefits

• Base salary range (Hebron, KY): $65,200 – $75,000 USD annually
• Total compensation may include sign-on payments and other equity or incentive components depending on the employer’s package
• Typical benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement/401(k) matching, paid time off, parental leave, employee assistance programs and other financial/health benefits (actual offerings determined by the hiring organization)
• Relocation assistance may be offered at the time of offer for eligible candidates

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Location, schedule & eligibility

• Location: Hebron, KY (on‑site warehouse/operations facility)
• This is not a remote or corporate office role — work occurs on the operations floor
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship now or in the future
• Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available during the application and hiring process upon request

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Why apply through Careertakes

Careertakes is operating as a third‑party recruiting partner for this role. If you apply and are a match, Careertakes may share additional, similar opportunities and help coordinate interviews with our client, a leader in Logistics & Warehouse operations.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.