Yard Worker/Parts Puller

Lkq-Corporation; Newark (OH); 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 and LTD

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking a Parts Handler in Newark, Ohio. The role involves yard or warehouse work, locating and packing parts, and pulling orders with forklifts and hand tools. Strong safety and teamwork are emphasized, with opportunities for growth and great benefits.

Pay starts at $17.75 per hour, with a Monday–Friday 1st shift schedule. A High School Diploma or GED is required; knowledge of automotive parts is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic math skills and ability to perform measurements.
• Familiarity with Outlook, Word, Excel preferred.
• Knowledge of automotive parts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver around yard or warehouse.
• Find and retrieve parts and package for delivery/prepping.
• Pull work orders and use hand/power tools to remove parts from cars.
• Operate forklift or order picker and tag parts for destination.
• Communicate with Sales and Dispatch; maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic math&measurement

Outlook/Word/Excel

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Power tools

Hand 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. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!Pay $17.75hr plus GREAT benefits!Schedule Monday - Friday 1st ShiftThe 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 DutiesSafely maneuver around the yard or warehouse.Find/Retrieve parts.Package parts for delivery/or preppingAny 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 ResponsibilitiesNot responsible for supervising employees.Minimum RequirementsEducation & ExperienceHigh School Diploma/GED.Preferred RequirementsA working knowledge of automotive parts.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAbility 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 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 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).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.