Yard Worker

LKQ; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to join their team in a dynamic role that involves locating and removing vehicle parts safely. This position offers opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment. You will operate forklifts, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with safety regulations while enjoying a range of competitive benefits. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that values its employees, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401k with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 0+ years of warehouse-related experience preferred.
• Forklift certification beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Locate and remove parts from vehicles in a safe manner.
• Operate a forklift to transport parts.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.

Skills

Basic Math Operations

Effective Oral Communication

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. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!

Locate and remove parts from vehicles in the yard in a safe manner.

Essential Job Duties

Full Service Essential Job Duties:

• Receive labels from the supervisor for parts to be pulled.
• Pull and retrieve parts from vehicles in the yard.
• Inspect parts and notify the supervisor of any damage.
• Stage parts for delivery drivers.
• Operate a forklift or order selector to transport parts in and around 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:

• 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 for resale. 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 met.
• Wear all required PPE.
• Comply with established company policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• 0+ years of experience required.
• Full Service: 0+ years of warehouse-related experience, supplemented by on-the-job training, to learn duties, procedures, work methods, and to become familiar with the company's products, locations, machines, and equipment.

Preferred Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Forklift certification beneficial.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to perform basic math operations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Effective oral communication skills; ability to write brief messages and keep simple records.
• Problems are simple and repetitive, solved by clear directions and procedures.
• Follows standard procedures with no decision-making involved.
• Uses guidance/guidelines provided by supervisor/manager.
• Assignments/priorities are provided by supervisor/manager.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods.
• May be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles, often requiring awkward positions. May require PPE and exposure to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
• Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fertility Coverage
• 401k with 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.