Production Technician

LKQ Corporation • Grand Prairie, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

A Production Tech at LKQ Corporation is responsible for meeting quality standards and deadlines for products. They check for defects, assemble products, monitor manufacturing equipment, and closely follow safety procedures to prevent accidents in environments where materials may be hazardous. LKQ is a Fortune 500 leader (#318), operating across 25 countries with over 1,600 locations and a global force of over 51,000 employees. The company offers opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, aiming to shape the future of vehicle repair and customization and contribute to a sustainable future.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1+ years of experience required
• Previous experience as a production worker or similar role in a warehouse
• Good understanding of how production equipment works
• Ability to detect potential problems with machinery
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and precautionary measures (safety gear will be provided)
• Ability to lift heavy loads and transfer them manually
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• 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 and procedures
• Follows standard procedures with no decision making involved
• Uses guidance/guidelines provide by supervisor/manager
• Assignments/priorities provide by supervisor/manager

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment
• Maintain the warehouse’s machines
• Assemble machinery parts
• Store products and materials
• Meet the deadlines of individual production tasks during shift
• Report on defective products or machinery
• Check stock levels and report deficiencies in products or raw materials
• Keep the worksite clean to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products
• Review and follow manufacturing manuals to build machinery
• Ensure shipping procedures are timely
• Transfer equipment manually or with forklift trucks
• Follow the company’s safety and quality guidelines

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Generous 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees