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 83 reviews)); "It was a job and the people were great" ((in 65 reviews)); "And overall it's a good work life balance for an employee." ((in 58 reviews)); "Good team and culture" ((in 39 reviews)); "Good work culture" ((in 25 reviews))

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

"It's low pay so there is that" ((in 54 reviews)); "Awful upper management." ((in 23 reviews)); "Salary less, need good job position," ((in 23 reviews)); "Managers are horrible, they try to micro manage, you will never advance unless you are a special "pet" of the manager." ((in 21 reviews)); "No bonus opportunity" ((in 18 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

4.0

Nov 11, 2024

Good

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Company to stay for a year

Cons

Work from home is a problem

5.0

Nov 11, 2024

Amazing Work Culture

Spanish customer service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Amazing work culture / Always Rewarding, Collaborating, Fun, Transparent. Excellent & Supportive Management / Easy to Approach. Our management team is always open to feedback and actively encourages employee participation.

Cons

Nothing yet everything is going great so far.

5.0

Nov 11, 2024

Best Place to Work

Finance manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

LKQ has been an excellent place to work, offering a strong work-life balance and a positive, supportive environment. The company values growth and provides ample opportunities for advancement to those who demonstrate their skills and talent. Team engagement is encouraged, creating a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. With an open-door policy, any concerns can be addressed openly and resolved effectively by reaching out through the right channels. LKQ also supports career mobility, rewarding trust and loyalty within the organization. Overall, it’s a fantastic workplace for anyone seeking career growth and a balanced work culture.

Cons

Providing more flexibility with work-from-home options.

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