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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Overview

Confidential client is hiring for an entry-level Management in Training — Operations (MIT) program based in a distribution warehouse. This hands-on, 6-month training program prepares candidates for a long-term career in operations and distribution center management. The role is aligned with logistics and warehouse functions and includes classroom and on-the-floor learning, mentorship, and performance goals that lead to managerial opportunities.

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What You’ll Do

• Receive hands-on training across all distribution center functions: operations, management, and purchasing.
• Observe and learn established methods, procedures, and performance standards from experienced staff.
• Shadow customers and contractors (builders, service/maintenance, retail) to understand the business end-to-end.
• Attend classroom sessions at a centralized training center covering operations, financials, leadership, HR fundamentals, and operating systems.
• Participate in role-play, computer-lab exercises, and present a comprehensive final project to senior management.
• Support special operations projects and other duties as assigned.

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What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Management, Operations, or related discipline (minimum 2.5 GPA).
• Leadership experience or demonstrated problem-solving (work, internships, clubs, volunteer service, athletics, or military leadership accepted).
• Comfortable working in a distribution warehouse environment.
• Results-driven, self-starter with strong leadership and team-development potential.
• Quick learner who makes decisions and adapts to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills across customers, employees, and management levels.
• Customer-service orientation and professional demeanor.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Basic PC skills (Microsoft Office) and ability to learn inventory/operations systems.
• Willingness to relocate during/after the program for career development (company-paid relocations where applicable).
• Travel up to ~25% of the time.
• Ability to operate/maneuver warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.) and lift up to 75 lbs.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay for this Massachusetts posting: $28.85 per hour (based on full-time schedule). Position may be eligible for relocation or cost-of-living adjustments as appropriate.
• Typical benefits include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and long-term disability, prescription coverage, FSA/HSA options, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase, paid time off, wellness programs, and education reimbursement — benefits vary and are subject to change.
• Training, ongoing learning resources, and career development pathways are core program elements.

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Additional Details

• This is an entry-level, safety-sensitive role and may require operation of heavy equipment.
• All external offers are contingent on successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verification.
• The position supports career growth into operations management; ambitious, engaged candidates are encouraged to apply.
• For clarity: the hiring organization is represented as Confidential Client in this listing.

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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.

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