Quality Inspector

Keystone Automotive Industries, Inc.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Generous Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long‑/

Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

PNC Daily Pay Option

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is hiring in Newnan, GA. Join a team focused on cleaning, inspecting, and preparing LKQ parts for shipment to customers. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and offers opportunities for growth in a Fortune 500 environment.

Essential duties include cleaning parts, inspecting quality, communicating discrepancies to sales reps, and preparing shipments. Forklift experience is preferred; benefit from a stable, nationwide employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0+ years of related experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean parts and inspect for quality.
• Prepare parts for shipment and packaging.
• Communicate discrepancies to sales reps via email/phone.
• Load parts on semi-trailers using forklift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Outlook/Word/Excel

Communication

Quality inspection

PPE/Safety

Education

High School Diploma or 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.

Clean, inspect, and prepare safely LKQ products for shipment and delivery of high-quality parts to our customers.

Essential Job Duties

• Clean parts – buff small parts, power wash the drive train, and clean panels with soap and water.
• Inspect parts – matching description and quality to how they were inventoried.
• Communicate with sales reps – Using email and/or phone to describe any discrepancies in quality or inventory of the part.
• Prepare for shipment – protect all small parts with bubble wrap and place them in a cardboard box, wrap bumpers with a protective cover, and place doors in racks divided by foam pads.
• Load semi-trailers going to other LKQ facilities – prepare racks with panels and small parts to be loaded on semi-trailers via a fork truck.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervising employees.

Basic Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 0+ years of related experience required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Forklift experience.

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. 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 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). Must be able to lift up to 75 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.

Leading With Innovation As a Fortune 500 leader (#318), LKQ is at the industry’s forefront, operating across 25 countries with over 1,600 locations. Join us to shape the future of vehicle repair and customization, where your impact resonates globally.

Accelerate Your Career at LKQ Join LKQ, a global force of over 51,000 strong across 1,700 locations. Here, you are a part of a community that drives our success and your career forward. Embrace the opportunity to grow, innovate, and lead the industry with us.

Connect With Your Future Let’s discover what you bring to LKQ.

Shape the Future with LKQ Embark on a journey where your work makes a tangible impact on the industry and beyond. LKQ offers a challenging yet rewarding career path filled with opportunities to grow, innovate, and contribute to a sustainable future. At LKQ, you're not just joining a team; you're stepping into a role where you can truly thrive. Start your career with us and discover where your journey can take you.

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