Yard Worker/Parts Puller

LKQ Corp.; Newark, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401k with Company Match

Life Insurance & Disability

PTO/Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Daily Pay Option

Job summary

LKQ Corp. is seeking a Parts Handler in Newark, OH. The role supports yard and warehouse operations, retrieving and packaging auto parts, and handling related paperwork. The position requires practical math, basic software use, and reliable communication with sales and dispatch.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 1st shift with a pay rate of $17.75 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. No supervisory duties are indicated; safety and efficiency are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED.
• Working knowledge of basic office software (Outlook/Word/Excel).
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver around yard or warehouse.
• Find and retrieve parts as needed.
• Package parts for delivery or prep.
• Handle paperwork related to parts.
• Pull work orders and use hand/power tools.
• Operate a forklift or order picker.
• Tag parts for destination and communicate with Sales/Dispatch.

Skills

Basic math

Outlook

Word

Excel

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Parts Handler

Pay $17.75hr plus GREAT benefits! Monday - Friday 1st Shift

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).

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

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