Does LKQ pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, LKQ employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at LKQ. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at LKQ?

59% of LKQ employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated LKQ 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at LKQ?

Manager (30) , Process Associate (27) , Warehouse Worker (24) , Sales Representative (19) , Team Leader (19) , Dismantler (18) , Procurement Engineer (18) , Sales (18) , Inside Sales Representative (17) , Analyst (15) , Driver (14) , Inside Sales Coordinator (14) , Warehouse Associate (14) , Content Analyst (12) , Customer Service Representative (12)

What are the pros of working at LKQ according to real employee reviews?

"Good Benefits and Compenstion for Salaried Employee" ((in 87 reviews)); "It was a job and the people were great" ((in 66 reviews)); "And overall it's a good work life balance for an employee." ((in 65 reviews)); "Good team and culture" ((in 39 reviews)); "Good work culture" ((in 27 reviews))

What are the cons of working at LKQ according to real employee reviews?

"It's low pay so there is that" ((in 57 reviews)); "Awful upper management." ((in 22 reviews)); "Managers are horrible, they try to micro manage, you will never advance unless you are a special "pet" of the manager." ((in 22 reviews)); "Low salary compared to industry Bureau of Labor and Statistics" ((in 21 reviews)); "No bonus opportunity" ((in 17 reviews))

What are employees saying about LKQ layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about LKQ layoffs and their outlook for job security at LKQ in 2026.

What are the top reviewed LKQ locations?

Nashville , Chicago , Antioch , Akron , Atlanta , Jenkinsburg , Portland , Topeka , Tampa , Charlotte , Grand Prairie , Houston , Alsip , Northfield , Plainfield , Groveport , Crystal River , Austin , Dallas , Hutchins , Redding , Stockton , Sumner , Leominster , Bronx , Belleville , San Antonio , Fort Wayne , Toledo , Renton

LKQ reviews

3.5

59% would recommend to a friend

(1,295 total reviews)

Dominick P. Zarcone

45% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.2

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Career opportunities

3.1

Senior management

LKQ has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,295 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The LKQ employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Apr 12, 2024

Excellent place to work with

Buyer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very good family like environment 0 work pressure Friendly senior Employees No micro managing Best place to work with metal peace

Cons

No food being provided and very small cafeteria

5.0

Apr 11, 2024

Organization Review

Manager, inventory management

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent Company Great Leadership Team

Cons

Everything here is good and i don't find anything negative about this company

5.0

Apr 9, 2024

LKQI, Bengaluru is one of the best place to work and build a career.

Process associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I started my career as a fresher and today if I look back with 2+ years of experience, I had a great learning, a lot of opportunities which will up skill oneself. The Leadership, Management, and HR are extremely supportive and totally invested in our growth. Few of the wonderful things at LKQI are: • Values and Culture – Family environment, autonomy at work • Work-life balance, Fun at work, sports. • Professional conduct by everyone • Safe and conducive work environment. •LKQ has a Toastmasters club associated which gives you an opportunity to develop your Leadership and communication skills. I have a great experience working here and looking forward to a great career here.

Cons

None. LKQI is doing great. Keep up the great work!!

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