Materials Handler - Receiving

LKQ Corporation • Springfield, MO

2d • $19 - $20

About The Position

This position performs all functions related to receiving, storing, and issuing purchased parts used in engine remanufacturing. Parts range in size from small nuts and bolts to large engine cylinder heads, and specific work instructions define each task.

Receiving duties may include unloading trucks, verifying counts, preparing check-in paperwork, and entering material receipt transactions into the system. Inventory control duties may include moving parts to stocking locations, pulling parts to support the production build schedule, delivering parts to production, checking line stocks, completing paperwork, and performing related computer transactions. Physical inventory counts are conducted at intervals using weight scales or hand counts with a calculator. The role may also involve working the counter to issue general stores, tooling, and parts to production personnel.

The schedule is first shift, Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some Friday work as needed and no Saturday or Sunday work. Starting pay is $19 per hour, with potential earnings up to $20 per hour through earned monthly bonuses.

Requirements

• Ability to read and write, verified through the employment process.
• General math and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively on a team.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and initiative.
• Must wear company-required personal protective equipment in required areas and take care to avoid creating unsafe conditions for self or others.
• Ability to perform continuous physical effort, repetitive motions, and short work cycles; standing 80% and walking 20%.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull an average of 80+ pounds; 40 pounds frequently and 20 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and issue purchased parts used in engine remanufacturing.
• Unload trucks, verify counts, prepare check-in paperwork, and record material receipts in the system.
• Move parts to stocking locations and pull and deliver parts needed for the production build schedule.
• Check production-line stocks and complete associated paperwork and system transactions.
• Perform physical inventory counts using weight scales or hand counts with a calculator.
• Issue general stores, tooling, and parts to production personnel at the counter.
• Follow required safety practices and wear company-required personal protective equipment.
• Provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation time.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave for new parents.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Short-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed