3rd Shift Manufacturing Wheel Repair

LKQ Corporation; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Company Match

Life Insurance and Disability

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking a Production Tech to meet quality standards and deadlines. You will operate production equipment, assemble parts, monitor machinery, and ensure safe handling of materials. The role requires basic safety knowledge and the ability to lift heavy items.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to manuals, timely shipping processes, and ongoing reporting of defects. A HS diploma and 1+ year experience are expected, with PPE provided as needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year experience in production, warehouse, or similar.
• Basic safety knowledge and PPE use.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment on assigned shift.
• Maintain and monitor warehouse machines and equipment.
• Assemble machinery parts as needed.
• Store products and materials safely.
• Meet deadlines for production tasks.
• Report defects in products or machinery.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages.
• Follow safety and quality guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Safety consciousness

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

1+ year production/warehouse experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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.

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

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.