Warehouse Worker

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!

Shift: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm
Pay: $18.00/hr.

LKQ is looking for an immediate hire for our warehouse Returns department in Plainfield. As part of our continued growth, the candidate needs to be a dedicated, passionate, and detailed oriented associate. We are seeking candidates who want to make a difference, take pride in their work, and be a part of fast paced environment.

Essential Job Duties

• Checking in parts from route drivers at a fast an accurate pace.
• Quality control is imperative so all parts must be inspected before stocked and resold.
• Research and resolve discrepancies between actual parts and associated documents.
• Respond to internal and external requests for information regarding returned parts.
• Putting away all returned parts using an order picker at an acceptable rate.
• Able to make independent decisions throughout your shift.
• Maintain an open mind for new ideas and change.
• Must be a strong team player.
• Communicate problems, concerns and ideas to management.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Participate in all assigned training programs and adhere to all guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• Up to 1 year of work related experience.

Preferred Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Warehouse, or similar, work environment
• Prior order picker experience required.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to operate a forklift/orderpicker is a plus and meet medium level physical exertion requirements, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in warehouse preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and/or written instruction.
• Abel to conduct oneself in a professional manner in front of customers.
• We are looking for associates who are reliable, punctual and safety-minded, with a strong work ethic.
• Works well in a team environment and be willing to work extra hours depending on business needs.
• It is also important that you display a positive and helpful attitude, and a commitment to providing a successful organization.

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 of time.
• 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 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.