Forklift Operator

LKQ Corporation; Caldwell (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Generous Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long‑D

Short-Term Disability

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LKQ Corporation in Caldwell, TX is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Heavy Equipment Operator/Parts Handler. You will use an order picker or forklift to pick parts, stock shelves, and prepare shipments while following safety guidelines.

Starting pay is $17–$20 per hour DOE. Benefits include Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401(k) with company match, and other programs. Prior forklift experience and automotive knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Automotive experience a plus.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to read shipping documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate order picker or forklift and ensure safety harness is used.
• Pick, pack, check, and load products accurately for transport.
• Move parts and materials around the facility using pallets and crates.
• Stack loads in storage bays following inventory instructions.
• Read and understand packaging, shipping documents and safety guidelines.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Reading Shipping Documents

Basic Math

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

We are hiring!!!
Starting pay $17-20/hr DOE

Heavy Equipment Operating Experience Preferred

Utilize an order picker or fork lift to pick parts off shelves and stock parts on shelves as directed.

Essential Job Duties

• Operate order picker or forklift. Ensure the safety harness is securely in place while operating the equipment.
• Pick, pack, check, and load products accurately on/off trailers and to and from designated areas of the facility.
• Move parts and other materials around the facility using pallets and crates.
• Stack loads in correct storage bays, following inventory-control instructions.
• Place parts into inventory Ability to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines. Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior forklift experience.
• Prior automotive experience.

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 or procedures.
• Follows standard procedures with no decision-making involved.
• Uses guidance/guidelines provided by supervisor/manager.
• Assignments/priorities provided by supervisor/manager.

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 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).
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. On occasion, an employee may be asked to lift and/or move 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
• PNC Daily Pay Option

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