LKQ Corporation

Operations Manager

LKQ Corporation • $70K — $95K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Over 5 years of experience in a specialized profession or equivalent leadership role.
  • Valid driver's license necessary for operating company vehicles.
  • Proficient in computer software technology, particularly Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrated effective supervision and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

  • Cultivate a customer service-focused culture among employees.
  • Coach and inspire staff members to reach their full potential.
  • Manage key performance indicators for operational growth and efficiency.
  • Oversee departmental plans and objectives strategically.
  • Supervise departments within budget using Lean Daily Management techniques.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental standards, and laws.
  • Support continuous enhancement of the business quality improvement system.

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
Full Job Description
Responsible for overseeing location performance, which encompasses various crucial aspects such as quality assurance, customer satisfaction, human resources, inventory management, safety, and gross margin. Play an active and supportive role in collaborating with all departments, including warehouse, distribution, and employee direction.
Essential Job Duties
  • Cultivate a culture among all employees that fosters the aspiration to deliver excellent customer service, treat customers with courtesy, and provide top-quality products.
  • Coach and inspire capable staff members to achieve their best potential.
  • Oversee and manage key performance indicators related to growth, productivity, and inventory control, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations.
  • Monitor and review plans and objectives for department.
  • Responsible for managing and supervising all departments within the allocated budget and utilize Lean Daily Management to devise strategies for enhancing performance and grow efficiencies.
  • Ensure adherence to all Federal, state, provincial, and local laws, statutes, regulations, as well as Company policies and procedures.
  • Prioritize compliance with safety and environmental standards to maintain a secure and hazard-free workplace.
  • Provide support for the ongoing enhancement of the business' quality improvement system.
  • Assume other duties as assigned.


Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensures quality standards. Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff.


Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience
  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • 5 years+ in specialized profession or equivalent; Proficient in specialty including prior senior lead / supervisor experience.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license in order to operate a Company vehicle.
  • Computer software training or knowledge.
  • Prior experience that demonstrates effective supervision and leadership skills.


Preferred Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree.


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
  • Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc. Ability to create, maintain and incorporate functions into Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, databases, and Powerpoint presentations to support business objectives.
  • Frequently communicates complex information across departments and interacts with management. Can present, resolve and address delicate situations. Can motivate and persuade others.
  • Problems are varied and complex, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation. Problems are solved using knowledge and skills, general precedents and practices.
  • Decisions impact the management and operations within a department or business unit. May contribute to business and operational decisions that affect the department.
  • Provides and sets goals and priorities for functional area. May make recommendations for department policies, practices, and programs. Makes decisions for and/or resolves problems for others.
  • Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.


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 of approximately 30-35% or more.
  • 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.

About LKQ Corporation

LKQ Corporation is the largest nationwide provider of alternative collision replacement parts and a leading provider of recycled engines and transmission and remanufactured engines, all in connection with the repair of automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ also has operations in the United Kingdom, the Benelux, France, Canada, Mexico and Central America. LKQ operates more than 500 facilities, offering its customers a broad range of replacement systems, components and parts to repair automobiles and light, medium and heavy-duty trucks. LKQ Corporation was founded in 1998 with the purchase of Triplett Automotive Recycling of Akron, Ohio. We sought out to build a company that would gain a reputation for the quality and consistency it offered. Some in the industry doubted that a new national conglomerate could successfully accomplish, and cost-effectively garner, this reputation from customers, as customers from one side of the country received parts from an unknown supplier. Despite such concerns, LKQ grew into a network of 38 salvage yards and 12 distribution centers, operating across the continental US by the early 2000s.

LKQ Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at LKQ Corporation, a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ is a vibrant hub of professional growth, innovation, and leadership, making it an ideal place for you to advance your career.

Work You’ll Do

At LKQ Corporation, you’ll be part of a unique culture that values diversity, teamwork, and continuous professional development. Engage in meaningful work that drives substantial growth in the automotive industry and helps keep millions of vehicles on the road.

Explore Job Opportunities

LKQ Corporation offers a wide range of job opportunities that cater to diverse skills and experiences. Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more senior role, you’ll find a path that suits your career ambitions.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with LKQ’s internship programs. These opportunities are designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into the automotive parts industry, enhancing your resume and building essential skills for future employment.

Professional Growth and Benefits

We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by offering robust benefits and opportunities for career advancement. LKQ invests in professional development programs, including leadership training and diversity workshops, to ensure you’re equipped for success.

Innovation and Leadership

Join a team that’s at the forefront of the automotive industry. At LKQ Corporation, innovation is at the core of what we do. We lead the market not just in products and services but also in ideas and strategies that redefine what a parts provider can be.

Networking and Team Culture

Our company thrives on a culture of collaboration and respect. Networking within LKQ opens doors to influential industry contacts, mentorship, and the exchange of ideas across our global team. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Hiring Process

Ready to drive your future forward with LKQ Corporation? Our hiring process is straightforward. Start by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. Submit your resume, and if there’s a fit, we’ll invite you for an interview to discuss how your background, skills, and aspirations align with the goals of LKQ Corporation.

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Search for LKQ job opportunities today and discover how your expertise can contribute to the global success of LKQ Corporation. We look for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to make an impact.

Explore Careers at LKQ Corporation

Whether you’re seeking a career in management, logistics, customer service, or technical expertise, LKQ Corporation is the place to be. Let’s drive the future together! [SEARCH LKQ JOBS] [READ CAREERS BLOG] [SUBSCRIBE TO JOB ALERT EMAILS] At LKQ Corporation, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community. Join us and help shape the future of the automotive parts industry.
Learn more about LKQ Corporation
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$14.2 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$638.4 million
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+8.8%
Revenue
$11.6 billion
NASDAQ
LKQ
* Ladders Estimates

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