Forklift Operator

Join the LKQ Family! Were 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!

Essential Job Duties

• Safely operate a large 14 fork forklift to move cars and trucks throughout the facility.
• Pick pack check and load products accurately on/off trailers and to and from designated areas of the facility.
• Move parts and other materials around the facility using pallets and crates.
• Stack loads in correct storage bays following inventory-control instructions.
• Place parts into inventory Ability to read and understand packaging shipping documents and safety guidelines. Assume other duties as assigned.
• Safely stage and park cars and trucks utilizing methods trained.
• Maintain good housekeeling throughout the facilities and yard.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

Compensation Pay $17.00 - $19.00hr DOE

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior forklift experience.
• Prior automotive experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability 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 or procedures.
• Follows standard procedures with no decision-making involved.
• Uses guidance/guidelines provided by supervisor/manager.
• Assignments/priorities provided by supervisor/manager.
• Must be organized write clearly/legibly and be communicative.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is often 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.
• The employee must often lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. On occasion an employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 100 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.