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Get Access To All JobsAnticipated Hourly Range: $23.80 per hour - $30.30 per hour based on experience (includes shift differential)
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: 8/28/2026 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The hourly 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.
Shift: M-F 3pm-11:30pm (or until task is complete)
What Learning Development and Delivery contributes to Cardinal Health
Learning develops, deploys and evaluates learning solutions to support employee development and build organizational capability in alignment to business strategies. This function analyzes learning needs and develops training curricula, technologies, and programs. This function also manages trainings provided by third-parties and partners with leaders and subject matter experts within functions and business units to deliver learning.
Learning Development and Delivery provides instructor-led trainings and manages training processes to maximize the value that employees gain from learning solutions. This job family delivers training materials including presentations, guides and manuals, and course evaluations and coordinate training schedules based on training needs.
About the Consumer Health Logistics Center
The Consumer Health Logistics Center (CHLC) will be Cardinal Health’s newest Pharmaceutical Supply Chain operation in Groveport, Ohio. This facility, featuring some of the latest innovations in automation technology, is approximately 350,000 square feet and picks, packs, and ships consumer products. You can learn more here: Cardinal Health announces location of pharmaceutical distribution center for over-the-counter products.
Location/Shift
- This position will be an on-site position (5 days per week), based out of the Consumer Health Logistics Center
- Shift: Monday - Friday, 3pm-11:30pm (or until task is complete)
Responsibilities
- Delivers learning programs and activities using materials provided by the Learning Center of Excellence (COE) as designed.
- Provides training on programs including but not limited to New Employee Orientation, Pharmaceutical Distribution, Department skills training (e.g., inbound, outbound, inventory), Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), and Quality Regulatory Assurance (QRA).
- Primary training contact for employees at the business site for training and cross training requests site related training questions, and issues.
- Learn and train on all functions within the warehouse.
- Must take a material-handling equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks, PIT) training class to administer equipment certifications to employees.
- Prepares for new hire classes including securing classroom space, materials, and communicating with new hires about first day expectations.
- Delivers ongoing training for tools and systems as updates are made.
- Provides feedback immediately to Learning COE if there are gaps in programming or if something is not working as designed.
- Logs training completions in the Learning Management System (mySpark) and provides follow up to managers at the site on employee training issues.
- Communicates/coordinates with site leadership (supervisors of new hires) to agree on readiness of new hire to perform job solo.
- Provides site champion support for new training technology, like Birdy.
- Works with Learning COE regarding training changes needed or opportunities to make programs better.
- Acts as a subject matter expert to assist the Learning COE with the development of new materials.
- Assists in the development and education of subject matter experts and other Peer Trainers by encouraging them to attend development programs.
- Attends Train the Trainer Sessions and completes “teach back” sessions.
- Receives and acts upon coaching and feedback from leadership and Learning COE.
- Attends professional development (training skill builders) offered by the Learning COE and actively participates in the Learning Community of Practice monthly calls.
- Serve as an authorized I-9 representative, facilitating the completion of I-9 paperwork for all new hires.
- Champion innovation, simplification, and standardization of current solution offerings, operating procedures, methodologies, and processes.
- When not training, perform general warehouse duties based on business needs.
What is expected of you and others at this level
- Takes the lead in effectively applying and teaching new processes and skills in order to accomplish a wide variety of assignments
- Comprehensive knowledge in technical or specialty area
- Ability to apply knowledge beyond own areas of expertise
- Performs the most complex and technically challenging work within area of specialization
- Preempts potential problems and provides effective solutions for team
- Works independently to interpret and apply company procedures to complete work
- Provides guidance to less experienced team members
- May have team leader responsibilities but does not formally supervise
- Understand the importance of Lean Six Sigma principles and the connection to product flow
- Contribute to a work environment shows respect for every individual through the relentless pursuit of standardized work
- Be a team player, results focused, and operate with a sense of urgency
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience, preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Comfort working with heights 20-30 ft regularly
- Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift
- Ability to follow direction and change priorities
- High School Diploma, GED or technical certification in related field or equivalent experience, preferred
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to flex schedule based on training needs
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working with technologies, like computers, bar code scanners or point of sale systems, preferred
- Basic proficiency in English, including being able to read and write in English in order to process documents
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.
Anticipated Hourly Range: $23.80 per hour - $30.30 per hour based on experience (includes shift differential)
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: 8/28/2026 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The hourly 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.
Shift: M-F 3pm-11:30pm (or until task is complete)
What Learning Development and Delivery contributes to Cardinal Health
Learning develops, deploys and evaluates learning solutions to support employee development and build organizational capability in alignment to business strategies. This function analyzes learning needs and develops training curricula, technologies, and programs. This function also manages trainings provided by third-parties and partners with leaders and subject matter experts within functions and business units to deliver learning.
Learning Development and Delivery provides instructor-led trainings and manages training processes to maximize the value that employees gain from learning solutions. This job family delivers training materials including presentations, guides and manuals, and course evaluations and coordinate training schedules based on training needs.
About the Consumer Health Logistics Center
The Consumer Health Logistics Center (CHLC) will be Cardinal Health’s newest Pharmaceutical Supply Chain operation in Groveport, Ohio. This facility, featuring some of the latest innovations in automation technology, is approximately 350,000 square feet and picks, packs, and ships consumer products. You can learn more here: Cardinal Health announces location of pharmaceutical distribution center for over-the-counter products.
Location/Shift
- This position will be an on-site position (5 days per week), based out of the Consumer Health Logistics Center
- Shift: Monday - Friday, 3pm-11:30pm (or until task is complete)
Responsibilities
- Delivers learning programs and activities using materials provided by the Learning Center of Excellence (COE) as designed.
- Provides training on programs including but not limited to New Employee Orientation, Pharmaceutical Distribution, Department skills training (e.g., inbound, outbound, inventory), Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), and Quality Regulatory Assurance (QRA).
- Primary training contact for employees at the business site for training and cross training requests site related training questions, and issues.
- Learn and train on all functions within the warehouse.
- Must take a material-handling equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks, PIT) training class to administer equipment certifications to employees.
- Prepares for new hire classes including securing classroom space, materials, and communicating with new hires about first day expectations.
- Delivers ongoing training for tools and systems as updates are made.
- Provides feedback immediately to Learning COE if there are gaps in programming or if something is not working as designed.
- Logs training completions in the Learning Management System (mySpark) and provides follow up to managers at the site on employee training issues.
- Communicates/coordinates with site leadership (supervisors of new hires) to agree on readiness of new hire to perform job solo.
- Provides site champion support for new training technology, like Birdy.
- Works with Learning COE regarding training changes needed or opportunities to make programs better.
- Acts as a subject matter expert to assist the Learning COE with the development of new materials.
- Assists in the development and education of subject matter experts and other Peer Trainers by encouraging them to attend development programs.
- Attends Train the Trainer Sessions and completes “teach back” sessions.
- Receives and acts upon coaching and feedback from leadership and Learning COE.
- Attends professional development (training skill builders) offered by the Learning COE and actively participates in the Learning Community of Practice monthly calls.
- Serve as an authorized I-9 representative, facilitating the completion of I-9 paperwork for all new hires.
- Champion innovation, simplification, and standardization of current solution offerings, operating procedures, methodologies, and processes.
- When not training, perform general warehouse duties based on business needs.
What is expected of you and others at this level
- Takes the lead in effectively applying and teaching new processes and skills in order to accomplish a wide variety of assignments
- Comprehensive knowledge in technical or specialty area
- Ability to apply knowledge beyond own areas of expertise
- Performs the most complex and technically challenging work within area of specialization
- Preempts potential problems and provides effective solutions for team
- Works independently to interpret and apply company procedures to complete work
- Provides guidance to less experienced team members
- May have team leader responsibilities but does not formally supervise
- Understand the importance of Lean Six Sigma principles and the connection to product flow
- Contribute to a work environment shows respect for every individual through the relentless pursuit of standardized work
- Be a team player, results focused, and operate with a sense of urgency
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience, preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Comfort working with heights 20-30 ft regularly
- Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift
- Ability to follow direction and change priorities
- High School Diploma, GED or technical certification in related field or equivalent experience, preferred
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to flex schedule based on training needs
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working with technologies, like computers, bar code scanners or point of sale systems, preferred
- Basic proficiency in English, including being able to read and write in English in order to process documents
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Learning And Development Specialist
Target industries with dedicated L&D budgets
Large enterprises in healthcare, finance, and technology maintain structured training departments and are far more likely to sponsor visas for Learning and Development roles than small businesses or startups without formal HR infrastructure.
Frame your degree as a direct match
USCIS requires your degree field to align with the role. A background in instructional design, organizational psychology, human resources, or education strengthens your specialty occupation case and reduces the risk of an H-1B denial.
Highlight measurable training outcomes
Sponsoring employers need to justify the petition to USCIS. Quantifying your impact, such as completion rates, knowledge retention scores, or reduced onboarding time, makes you a stronger candidate worth the sponsorship investment.
Pursue roles with LMS or eLearning platform experience
Employers consistently sponsor L&D Specialists who bring technical skills in platforms like Workday Learning or Cornerstone. Technical specialization strengthens the specialty occupation argument and differentiates you from general HR candidates.
Engage HR leadership early in the offer process
Sponsorship decisions are often made before an offer is extended. Raising it directly with the hiring manager or HR business partner early avoids late-stage surprises and identifies whether the company has sponsored before.
Browse visa-sponsoring L&D employers on Migrate Mate
Rather than filtering through general job boards, use Migrate Mate to find Learning and Development roles at companies that have an active sponsorship history, saving you time and improving your chances of a successful application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Learning and Development Specialist role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Learning and Development Specialist positions generally qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa rules when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as instructional design, human resources, education, or organizational development. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field can face USCIS scrutiny, so the job description wording matters significantly.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my L&D Specialist visa?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in human resources, instructional design, education, organizational psychology, or a closely related field. A general business degree may be accepted if your coursework heavily emphasized training and development. Employers and immigration attorneys look for a direct relationship between your degree field and the specific duties of the L&D role.
How competitive is H-1B sponsorship for Learning and Development roles compared to tech jobs?
L&D Specialist roles appear far less frequently in H-1B filings than software engineering positions, which means less competition within the occupation itself. However, the overall H-1B lottery applies regardless of job title, so your odds depend on the annual cap selection rate. Companies in healthcare, financial services, and large enterprise tech file the most L&D-related petitions.
Can I find Learning and Development Specialist jobs that sponsor visas on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is designed specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship and lists Learning and Development roles at employers with documented sponsorship history. Filtering by this job title on Migrate Mate surfaces opportunities where sponsorship is a realistic option, rather than requiring you to guess which employers will consider it.
Does prior L&D experience in another country count toward H-1B eligibility?
Yes, international work experience in learning and development can substitute for a portion of the degree requirement under USCIS rules, with three years of relevant experience equating to one year of education. If your degree is from a non-U.S. institution, a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved organization confirms its U.S. equivalency, which your employer's immigration attorney will typically arrange.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Learning And Development Specialist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.