Forklift Operator 3rd shift

LKQ Corp; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LKQ Corp in Akron, OH is seeking motivated team members for an order picker/forklift role. You will pick, pack, and load products, stock shelves, and ensure accurate inventory handling. The job requires safety harness use, basic reading of shipping documents, and simple data entry.

This entry-level position offers growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment. Prior forklift or automotive experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
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Responsibilities

• Operate order picker or forklift and follow safety procedures.
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Skills

Arithmetic

Basic computer skills

Oral communication basics

Reading and following instructions

Education

High School Diploma/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.

Utilize an order picker or forklift 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.

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