Warranty Operations Lead - Equipment & Salesforce

HC Forklift America Corp; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

HC Forklift America Corp. is seeking a Warranty Manager in Rock Hill, SC to lead equipment registrations, warranty claims, and administrative processes via Salesforce.

You will oversee claims, reporting, and credits, while ensuring compliance with HCFA Warranty Policy and dealer communications. The role requires 5+ years in warranty management within the material handling or automotive sector, strong leadership, and proficiency with ERP/CRM tools.

Qualifications

• Associates or degree, technical degree in a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Warranty Manager within the Material Handling, Heavy Equipment, or Automotive Industry.
• Strong customer service orientation with a professional and positive demeanor.
• Demonstrated ownership and accountability in resolving issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and cloud-based platforms.
• Experience with an ERP system and CRM systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain accurate Equipment Master files for equipment, batteries, and chargers within Salesforce.
• Ensure the Salesforce warranty platform functions efficiently and accurately.
• Manage dealer equipment registrations and warranty activations in accordance with HCFA Warranty Policy.
• Review and manage warranty claims submitted by dealers through warranty systems.
• Provide detailed monthly reporting on warranty claims by model, class, industry, and fault type to factory and Quality teams.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports of system-approved warranty claims to Leadership for final approval.
• Create and process approved warranty credits in SAP for dealer distribution.
• Maintain dealer labor pricing in Salesforce and manage annual pricing adjustments within policy guidelines.
• Communicate with dealers regarding claim status, denials, documentation requirements, and policy interpretation.
• Ensure RMA parts identified for inspection are returned, received, and reviewed by the Service Department.
• Assist in updating HCFA policy manuals and warranty certificates under the guidance of the Director of Customer Care.
• Recommend improvements to operational systems, warranty policies, and procedures.
• Provide training to dealers on warranty policies and Salesforce procedures to ensure compliance and resolution of issues.
• Collaborate with the National Service Manager and stakeholders to develop and maintain a Fixed Rate Labor Guide by model.
• Process internal warranty claims in coordination with HCFA subsidiaries.
• Coordinate support activities with Senior Service Representatives and HCFA Management.
• Investigate warranty trends and quality concerns, collaborating cross-functionally to drive permanent corrective actions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Cloud-based platforms

Education

Associate degree or technical degree

Tools

ERP systems

Salesforce

SAP

Job description

HC Forklift America Corp. is seeking a Warranty Manager in Rock Hill, SC to lead equipment registrations, warranty claims, and administrative processes via Salesforce.

You will oversee claims, reporting, and credits, while ensuring compliance with HCFA Warranty Policy and dealer communications. The role requires 5+ years in warranty management within the material handling or automotive sector, strong leadership, and proficiency with ERP/CRM tools.