1st Shift Shipping

LKQ Corp.; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Fertility Coverage

401k with Generous Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long‑/

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is hiring a Production Tech for 1st shift at our Warren, IN facility. This full-time, on-site role focuses on meeting quality standards, assembling parts, and operating production equipment while following safety procedures to manage hazardous materials when present.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year in production or warehouse work, and good teamwork and communication skills. Lifting up to 100 pounds is required, and forklift use is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of production/warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate production equipment safely.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in a team.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to meet quality and deadlines.
• Maintain warehouse machines and assemble machinery parts.
• Store products, monitor stock levels, and report deficiencies.
• Follow safety guidelines and keep the work area clean.
• Ensure timely shipping procedures and assist with forklift transfers.
• Review manuals and follow standard operating procedures.

Skills

Basic math

Safety rules

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Machinery operation

Job description

## 1st Shift ShippingApply: On-Site: 3394 Saturn Wheel - Warren, IN: Full time: Posted Today: R73484### Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!A Production Tech is responsible for meeting quality standards and deadlines for products. They check for defects, assemble products, monitor manufacturing equipment, and closely follow safety procedures to prevent accidents in environments where materials may be hazardous.**Essential Job Duties*** Operate production equipment.* Maintain the warehouse’s machines.* Assemble machinery parts.* Store products and materials.* Meet the deadlines of individual production tasks during shift.* Report on defective products or machinery.* Check stock levels and report deficiencies in products or raw materials.* Keep the worksite clean to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products.* Review and follow manufacturing manuals to build machinery.* Ensure shipping procedures are timely.* Transfer equipment manually or with forklift trucks.* Follow the company’s safety and quality guidelines.**Supervisory Responsibilities*** Not responsible for supervising employees.**Minimum Requirements** **Education & Experience*** High School Diploma/GED.* 1+ years of experience required.* Previous experience as a production worker or similar role in a warehouse.* Good understanding of how production equipment works.* Ability to detect potential problems with machinery.* Knowledge of basic safety rules and precautionary measures (safety gear will be provided).* Ability to lift heavy loads and transfer them manually.* Good communication and teamwork skills. **Preferred Requirements*** No preferred requirements. **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities*** Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.* Basic computer skills.* Basic messages communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records.* Problems encountered are simple, repetitive and generally solved by clear directions and procedures.* Follows standard procedures with no decision making involved.* Uses guidance/guidelines provide by supervisor/manager.* Assginments/priorities provide by supervisor/manager.* Good understanding of how production equipment works.* Ability to detect potential problems with machinery.* Knowledge of basic safety rules and precautionary measures (safety gear will be provided).* Ability to lift heavy loads and transfer them manually.* Good communication and teamwork. **Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment*** Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods of time.* The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.* Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds. **Benefits:*** Health/Dental/Vision Insurance* Paid Time Off* Paid Parental Leave* Fertility Coverage* 401k with Generous Company Match* Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability* Short-Term Disability* Employee Assistance Program* Tuition Reimbursement* Employee Discounts