Warehouse Coordinator at Hankook & Company in Clarksville, TN

Job Description

● Warehouse Coordinator

Job Summary

The Warehouse Coordinator is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations in a manual warehouse environment. This role coordinates with forklift drivers, production teams, and shipping partners to ensure efficient inventory movement, accurate WMS management, and timely outbound shipments. The position also requires maintaining clear communication with truck drivers and ensuring product quality and documentation compliance prior to shipment.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise daily warehouse activities in a manual warehouse environment.

Provide work instructions and task assignments to forklift drivers to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Operate a forklift and support material handling activities when forklift driver coverage is required.

Manage and maintain accurate inventory transactions in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).

Execute inventory movements based on production schedules and requests from the manufacturing team.

Support outbound shipments according to sales orders and customer delivery schedules.

Organize loading operations and provide clear instructions to truck drivers to avoid confusion during pickups and deliveries.

Prepare and verify shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading (BOL), to ensure proper shipment records.

Conduct pre-shipment inspections to verify product condition, performance indicators, and packaging status.

Maintain warehouse organization, safety standards, and operational efficiency.

Report any product or packaging issues to the Quality Control team and coordinate corrective actions when necessary.

Qualifications

Experience in warehouse operations, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment. Forklift operation experience and certification preferred. Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Strong coordination and communication skills when working with internal teams and external truck drivers. Ability to handle multiple operational priorities in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail in inventory control, documentation, and shipment verification.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a manufacturing plant or battery/automotive parts distribution environment. Experience coordinating loading operations and shipment documentation. Knowledge of inventory control processes and warehouse safety procedures. Experience supporting both inbound and outbound logistics operations. Basic problem-solving skills to address operational issues quickly.

Work Environment

Full-time position

Location : Clarksville, TN

Work is performed in a warehouse and distribution environment. Frequent forklift operation and material handling activities. Regular interaction with production teams, warehouse staff, and truck drivers.May require standing, walking, lifting, and moving materials during the shift, minimum of 50 lbs. Occasional overtime or schedule adjustments may be required based on operational needs.

What We're Looking For

A proactive and responsible team member who can support daily warehouse operations with minimal supervision.Someone who communicates clearly with forklift drivers, production teams, and truck drivers to keep operations running smoothly. A detail-oriented individual who ensures inventory accuracy and shipment documentation are properly managed. A problem solver who can quickly respond to operational changes, such as production requests or shipping priorities. A reliable operator who can step in to support forklift operations when necessary.

Benefits:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401 (k)

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Paid time off 10 Holidays

• Hankook & Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Hankook & Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. All job functions are subject to modification.