Parts Puller

LKQ Corp; Parryville (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking a Parts Handler to support daily operations in our production yard and warehouse. This role involves safe movement, locating parts, packaging, and processing paperwork with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma/GED and knowledge of automotive parts. Proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel helps with communications and records, while a strong safety mindset is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A working knowledge of automotive parts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver around the yard or warehouse.
• Find/Retrieve parts.
• Package parts for delivery or prepping.
• Pull work orders.
• Operate a powered industrial truck (forklift) or order picker.
• Tag parts properly for the destination.
• Communicate with Sales and Dispatch.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math calculations

Outlook

Excel

Word

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Hand tools

Power tools

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.

The Parts Handler

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).

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