Logistics Production Planner

Hankook Tire Co.; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

The Logistics Specialist (Production) at Hankook Tire coordinates RDC/DFC order needs with the plant, creating a weekly plan that aligns production, sales, and inventory. Responsibilities include scheduling, mold management, and KPI reporting to optimize efficiency and capacity.

Working in the US SCM Team, the role requires collaboration with sales and management, strong English skills, and a bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of related experience. Exempt, full-time position based in Tennessee.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree; SCM or logistics major preferred.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience; manufacturing background preferred.
• Strong written and spoken English skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Generates a production schedule to maximize plant efficiency and meet inventory objectives.
• Controls production planning systems and mold management systems.
• Maintains contact with sales, Production Management Team, and mold suppliers to optimize processes.
• Purchases molds and manages payments through related systems.
• Analyzes and reports mold quantities to ensure smooth production.
• Creates KPI reports for management of personnel and production results.
• Addresses production constraints such as machine capacity and material shortages.
• Communicates with Production Management to align plan with daily results.
• Uses proprietary systems to monitor inventory and production results.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

KPI reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Supply chain management or logistics major

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Logistics Specialist (Production)
Department: US SCM Team
Shift: Core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Direct Report: SCM Director
Type: Exempt; Full-time

About the position

We are looking for a reliable Logistics Specialist to communicate the needs of the RDC/DFC order to the plant. Factors in many variables to ensure production, sales, and inventory are correct. Creates a weekly plan based off these elements. OE tire supply management (MR changes, progress, proper inventory)

Responsibilities are:

• Generates a production schedule to maximize plant efficiency, meet customer demands, minimize waste, and meet inventory objectives
• Control the production planning systems and mold management systems
• Keep in contact with sales groups, the Production Management Team, and mold suppliers to ensure more effective work processes
• Purchase the molds and manage the payment of them using the related systems
• Analyse and report the quantity of molds to ensure smooth production
• Create reports that highlight Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for management of personnel and team members
• Overcome constraints of the manufacturing plant such as machine capacity, material shortage/surplus, and human resources
• Maintain communication with the Production Management Team to identify and understand discrepancies between the production plan and daily production results
• Utilize proprietary systems to manage and monitor inventory, supplies, and production results
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management
• Increase facility capacity by predicting production constraints
• Stable supply of tires to OE companies, maintain proper inventory, solve problems
• Cross-trained and provide support covering Production Specialist when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Requirements are:

Education:

• (Required) bachelor's degree
• (Preferred) supply chain management or logistics management major or advanced degree in a related field

Experience:

• (Required) 2-5 years of relevant experience
• (Preferred) previous experience in the manufacturing industry (transportation/distribution, TMS, scheduling, and or planning)

Language:

• (Required) good command of written and spoken English

Skills & Knowledge:

• Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Transportation - Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits
• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Monitoring - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Must be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets
• Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Benefits:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.