Warehouse Operator

Hankook Tire; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Operator to join their team. In this role, you will ensure the smooth operation of outbound logistics, maintain high-quality standards, and contribute to a collaborative work environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. With opportunities for performance-based increases and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive company. If you are ready to be part of a dynamic team and make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to operate a forklift and work safely.
• Preferred candidates should have 1 year of warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work safely and according to company standards.
• Load and unload tires manually according to SOPs.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Safety standards adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Operator
Department: America SCM
Shift: 1st Shift 6:00am-2:30pm or 2nd Shift 2:00pm-10:30pm or 3rd shift 10:00pm-6:30am (Shift placement will be based on position availability)
Direct Report: America SCM Group Leader
Type: Full-time; Non-exempt

Compensation: Starting range for qualified candidates is $17.00-$18.15/hr dependent on prior experience in a warehouse environment with performance based step increases up to $20.65 top out (including $2.00/hr night-shift premium) in as early as 6-15 months.

About the Warehouse Operator position

We are looking for a Warehouse Operator to help us ship our products to our customers. Your duties will include ensuring the uninterrupted running of outbound operations, maintaining the level of efficiency and quality, and collaborating with co-workers to help your team achieve a high level of productivity.

You should be reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards, as well as a willingness to learn and improve. We also expect you to be a good team player.

Warehouse Operator responsibilities are:

• Perform all work safely and according to company standards
• Work well with others within the team and throughout the organization
• Regular attendance is an essential function of the position
• Occasionally prepare labels and attach them to each tire before loading according to the SOPs
• Load tires manually on time according to the loading worksheet (stuffing list) based on the SOPs
• Check both the quantity and quality of tires according to the loading worksheet
• Bundle tires for particular SKUs before loading them into the trailer
• Unload tires manually from containers on time according to the unloading worksheet based on the SOPs
• Effectively communicate the result of loading to the line leader
• Execute TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) tasks (fault prevention and troubleshooting activities about loading process, systems and machines)
• Take actions promptly and report to the supervisor if any trouble occurs on the site
• Keep the work processes according to the labor safety laws, regulations and SOPs
• Operators must have the ability to operate a forklift and the job knowledge to stage, prepare and load the tires
• Perform other duties as assigned

Warehouse Operator requirements are:

Education:

• (Required) Equivalent combination of education and experience
• (Preferred) High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Experience:

• (Preferred) 1 year warehouse experience
• (Preferred) Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Good command of written and spoken English

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; to reach with hands and arms; and to talk and hear
• Must be capable of climbing up and down a ladder/stairs several times per shift
• Must be capable of standing for long periods of time
• Mobility throughout the facility
• Employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, walk, or crouch
• Employee must lift and/or move up to 55 pounds unassisted on occasion
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Benefits:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching
• Health insurance, dental 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.