Auto Parts Puller

LKQ Corporation; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Generous Company Match

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking a Parts Handler to support daily operations in our production yard/warehouse in California. Responsibilities include retrieving, packaging, and labeling parts, processing paperwork, and coordinating with Sales and Dispatch.

Safety and accuracy are essential as you work with tools and forklifts in a fast-paced environment. Required is a High School Diploma/GED with basic computer skills and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with warehouse or parts handling preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn software.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver around the yard or warehouse.
• Find and retrieve parts and prepare them for delivery.
• Package parts and complete related paperwork.
• Pull work orders and use hand/power tools to remove parts.
• Operate a forklift or order picker when required.
• Tag parts for destination and communicate with Sales/Dispatch.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow safety guidelines.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Basic communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

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.

Pay Rate $16.90 + piece work Plus GREAT BENEFITS!!

The Parts Handler is responsible for performing day-to-day activities of the Production Yard or Warehouse in accordance with current federal, state/provincial, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing this facility. This position may be directed by the Production/Yard Leader to assure that the parts are handled in a safe, efficient, and proper manner.

Essential Job Duties

• Safely maneuver around the yard or warehouse.
• Find/Retrieve parts.
• Package parts for delivery/or prepping
• Any paperwork involved with the parts.
• Pull work orders.
• Use hand tools and power tools to remove parts from cars.
• Operate a powered industrial truck (forklift) or order picker.
• Pull and prep all sheet metal and other orders.
• Tag all parts properly for the destination.
• Communicate with Sales and Dispatch.
• Must display a positive and friendly attitude as well as appropriate behavior during work hours.
• Cleanliness must be maintained in the work area.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED.

Preferred Requirements

• A working knowledge of automotive parts.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc.
• Basic messages communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records. May explain and offer guidance on routine procedures.
• Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive, and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
• Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
• Results are defined and existing practices are used as guidelines for how to complete work activities; works closely with supervisor/manager who provides broad guidance and overall direction.
• Prioritize assigned and routine tasks. Handle appropriately.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

• 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.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. On occasions, an employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• 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.
• Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
• Must be able to lift up to 75 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
• PNC Daily Pay Option

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