Forklift Operator

Lkq Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

LKQ Corporation in Houston is hiring for a warehouse associate to operate an order picker or forklift, pick and pack parts, and stock shelves in a fast-paced facility.

You will read shipping documents, follow safety guidelines, and participate in inventory control while adhering to established procedures. A high school diploma is required and forklift experience is preferred. Strong teamwork and basic math skills are needed; health benefits and 401k are among the benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Automotive experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate order picker or forklift and ensure safety harness is secure.
• Pick, pack, check, and load products accurately on/off trailers and to/from designated areas.
• Move parts and materials using pallets and crates.
• Stack loads in storage bays following inventory-control instructions.
• Read and interpret packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order picker

Inventory control

Basic math

Basic computer skills

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.

Pay: $18/hour
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
• 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.