Shop Helper

LKQ Corporation•Albert Lea, MN
•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Helper performs day-to-day activities in the Processing Department, following applicable federal, state/provincial, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. Under the direction of the Production Manager, the role helps ensure automobiles are dismantled safely, efficiently, and properly.

Requirements

  • Background in body repair, mechanical work, or previous dismantling experience.
  • May be required to have a personal set of tools as needed to carry out duties.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to communicate basic messages orally, write brief messages, and keep simple records.
  • Ability to follow clear directions, procedures, and supervisor or manager guidance without independent decision-making.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Ability to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles and assume awkward positions.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) regularly.

Nice To Haves

  • High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.
  • Learn and complete the system for dismantling, tagging, and storing parts.
  • Work with Engine Dismantlers as needed to learn engine dismantling.
  • Comply with safety standards and requirements to maintain a safe, hazard-free workplace.
  • Assume other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Fertility coverage
  • 401(k) with 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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