Warehouse Operations Management Trainee (North Carolina)
The Warehouse Operations Management Trainee role is an entry-level position designed to provide comprehensive hands-on training in all aspects of distribution center operations, management, and purchasing within the outdoor living products industry. Trainees will develop leadership skills, operational knowledge, and customer service expertise through a combination of on-site work, classroom training, and field shadowing, preparing them for long-term careers in operations management.
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.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring a Warehouse Operations Management Trainee in Mooresville, NC. This Management in Training - Operations (MIT) program is a 6-month, hands-on training program based in a distribution warehouse that prepares entry-level candidates for operations management roles.
- Receive practical, on-the-floor training across distribution center functions: operations, management, purchasing, and inventory.
- Observe and learn methods, procedures, and performance standards from experienced staff.
- Shadow external customers (contractors/builders, service/maintenance, retail customers) to understand customer perspectives.
- Participate in classroom training at a regional learning center covering operations, financials, leadership, human capital, and operating systems.
- Set and track performance goals with program managers; prepare and present a comprehensive capstone presentation at program completion.
- Support special operations projects and other duties as assigned.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay: $28.85 per hour (North Carolina rate for full-time schedule)
- Relocation assistance and cost-of-living adjustments may be available for program-related moves.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance, prescription coverage, flexible spending and HSA options, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, paid time off, and wellness programs.
- Structured career development with classroom and online learning (100+ courses) and opportunities for advancement into operations management roles.
- A collaborative, safety-first culture and community involvement opportunities.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Management, Operations, or related discipline (minimum 2.5 GPA preferred).
- Leadership experience or evidence of leadership potential (work, internships, clubs, volunteer service, athletics, or military leadership).
- Comfortable working in a distribution warehouse environment and operating or maneuvering warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts); ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Results-driven, self-starter with strong leadership and communication skills; able to adapt to changing priorities and learn quickly.
- Ability to travel up to 25% and willingness to relocate during or after the program for career development (relocation expenses may be covered).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn inventory and operations software.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
- Note: This role is safety-sensitive and contingent on successful pre-employment drug testing and background verification.
Job Details
- Location: Mooresville, NC
- Employment type: Full-time (Program includes internship-style training component)
- Compensation: $28.85 per hour (North Carolina full-time rate). May be eligible for relocation or cost-of-living adjustments.
- Program length: Six months training with opportunities for permanent placement into operations management roles upon successful completion.
- Travel: Approximately 25% for training and business needs.
- Safety-sensitive role; pre-employment drug test and background check required.
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.
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