Salvage Yard Worker

Lkq-Corporation; Watseka (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Company Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

PNC Daily Pay Option

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking motivated individuals to join our warehouse team in Illinois. You will pull and inspect parts from vehicles in the yard, stage items for delivery, and assist loaders with freight. The role includes forklift operation, inventory checks, and occasional counter-sales support to ensure accurate orders.

We offer full-time hours, a safety-focused environment, and benefits; candidates should be capable of lifting up to 75 pounds and following established procedures daily.

Qualifications

• 0+ years of warehouse experience, with on-the-job training to learn duties and equipment.
• Forklift certification is beneficial but not required.
• Basic numeracy and ability to read job labels and inventory data.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive labels for parts to be pulled and retrieve them from vehicles in the yard.
• Inspect parts and report damage; stage for delivery drivers.
• Operate a forklift or loader to move parts and load trucks.
• Sort and place parts on racks; respond to counter sales and verify stock.
• Maintain orderliness and adhere to safety requirements; support quality improvements.

Skills

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Oral communication

Follow procedures

PPE compliance

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. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!Locate and remove parts from vehicles in the yard in a safe manner.Pay $17.00 - $20.00hr depending on experienceMonday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with 1hr lunchEssential Job DutiesFull Service Essential Job Duties:Receive labels from the supervisor for parts to be pulled.Pull, and retrieve parts from vehicles in the yard.Inspect part and notify the supervisor of any damage.Stage part for delivery driver.Operate a forklift or order selector to transport parts in and about the warehouse.Sort and place parts and supplies on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence.Respond to customer counter sales immediately by receiving orders, pulling products and loading them into the customer vehicle.Verify in-stock position on product for inside sales staff.Classify all returns according to the integrity and condition of parts and prepare necessary forms for inventory adjustments.Check in defective parts and enter them into the computer system for vendor return.Sign off on all deleted tickets, explaining the reason.Load trucks according to the delivery schedule and perform a final check-off of the parts loaded.Put wheel cores in the staging area for return to remanufacturing facilities.Maintain orderliness and housekeeping of assigned work areas.Initiate and support the continual improvement of LKQ’s quality improvement system.Self Service Essential Job Duties:Could operate a forklift or loader to assist in moving cars from the process to the yard.Clean out debris from cars before they go into the processing area.Pull out batteries to be tested to be resold. Bring charged batteries to the retail area.Work with the Loader Operator to properly stage or pull cars in the yard.Walk the yard and place debris in the cars being removed from the yard.Dismantle tires.Maintain a safe and clean work environment.Ensure all EPA and OSHA regulations are being met.Wear all required PPE.Comply with established company policies and procedures.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNot responsible for supervising employees.Minimum RequirementsEducation & Experience0+ years of experience required.Full Service: 0+ years of warehouse-related experience, supplemented by on-the-job training, to learn duties, nature of work performed, procedures, work methods, to become familiar with the company's products, locations, machines and equipment, operating methods, and to attain proficiency requirements and to fully assume responsibilities of the job.Preferred RequirementsHigh School Diploma/GEDForklift certification beneficial.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAbility 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 and 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 EnvironmentWhile 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 InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveFertility Coverage401k with Generous Company MatchCompany Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term DisabilityShort-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsPNC Daily Pay OptionJoin us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.