Automotive Yard Worker

LKQ Corporation; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. This role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits. As a part of the team, you will engage in essential tasks such as retrieving parts, operating forklifts, and ensuring a clean workspace. The company emphasizes safety and compliance with regulations, providing training for those new to the field. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career journey, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401k with company match

Company paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounts

PNC Daily Pay Option

Qualifications

• 0+ years of experience required, warehouse-related experience preferred.
• Forklift certification beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Pull and retrieve parts from vehicles in the yard.
• Operate a forklift to transport parts in the warehouse.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.

Skills

Basic math skills

Computer literacy

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

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. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!

Join OUR Team!

Starting Pay $17.00

Essential Job Duties

Full Service

• Receive labels from the supervisor for parts to be pulled.
• Pull and retrieve parts from vehicles in the yard.
• Inspect parts and notify the supervisor of any damage.
• Stage parts for delivery drivers.
• Operate a forklift or order selector to transport parts in the warehouse.
• Sort and place parts and supplies on racks, shelves, or in bins.
• Respond to customer counter sales by receiving orders, pulling products, and loading them into vehicles.
• Verify stock position for inside sales staff.
• Classify returns and prepare forms for inventory adjustments.
• Check in defective parts and process vendor returns.
• Sign off on deleted tickets, explaining reasons.
• Load trucks according to schedule and perform final checks.
• Manage wheel core staging for remanufacturing.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.
• Support continuous improvement of quality systems.

Self Service

• Operate forklifts or loaders to move cars.
• Clean debris from cars before processing.
• Pull batteries for testing and resale, bring charged batteries to retail.
• Assist in staging or pulling cars in the yard.
• Walk the yard to remove debris from cars.
• Dismantle tires.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and comply with EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Wear all required PPE.
• Follow company policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

0+ years of experience required. Full Service: warehouse-related experience preferred, with on-the-job training provided.

Preferred Requirements

High School Diploma/GED; forklift certification beneficial.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Basic math skills and computer literacy.
• Ability to follow clear instructions and procedures.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Must be able to stand, walk, lift up to 75 pounds, and work in various conditions, including extreme temperatures and noisy environments. Use PPE as required. Travel may be needed.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Fertility Coverage
• 401k with company match
• Company paid Life Insurance and Disability
• Employee Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Discounts
• PNC Daily Pay Option

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